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M341 MLJ

1995 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,472 mi
Last recorded90,472 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM341 MLJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 90,472 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 90,472 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 86,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 81,679 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 81,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 76,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 76,486 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 71,304 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 66,477 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 66,477 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2005 61,641 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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M341 MLJ is a 1995 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1995 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 61,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M341 MLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 31 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M341 MLJ registered?

M341 MLJ is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 June 1995.

Is M341 MLJ safe to buy?

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