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M357 FFE

1995 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

81,862 mi
Last recorded81,862 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM357 FFE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2009 81,862 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

offside front lower arm bush slightly adrift

stone chip in offside front headlamp

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Fail 4 Dec 2009 81,862 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

offside front lower arm bush slightly adrift

stone chip in offside front headlamp

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Pass 23 Dec 2008 74,223 miles

both rear tyres splitting

lower arm bushes slightly adrift

offside rear chassis rail corroded

Fail 19 Dec 2008 74,223 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres splitting

lower arm bushes slightly adrift

offside rear chassis rail corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2007 64,257 miles

both front tyres bold on inner edges

both rear tyres feathuring

tracking

Fail 14 Nov 2007 64,257 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres bold on inner edges

both rear tyres feathuring

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Pass 20 Nov 2006 59,956 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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M357 FFE is a 1995 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M357 FFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M357 FFE registered?

M357 FFE is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 January 1995.

Is M357 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M357 FFE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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