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M371 UFV

1995 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,689 mi
Last recorded75,689 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2010
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM371 UFV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2010 75,689 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

slight deterioration to front regplate

Pass 17 Mar 2009 73,527 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 71,869 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front no plate slightly disfiguerd

surface corrosion on o/s n/s outer sills

temp repair on exhaust centre box

uneven tread wear on n/s front tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2007 69,095 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

surface corrosion on o/s n/s floor to sill and n/s outer sill

Fail 15 Mar 2007 69,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

surface corrosion on o/s n/s floor to sill and n/s/outer sill

Pass 9 Mar 2006 66,818 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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M371 UFV is a 1995 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M371 UFV, 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 M371 UFV registered?

M371 UFV is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M371 UFV safe to buy?

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