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M37 XTU

1995 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,528 mi
Last recorded1,528 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM37 XTU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 1,528 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 1,528 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 99,216 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 95,646 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2008 93,062 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 89,876 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 89,876 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 85,424 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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M37 XTU is a 1995 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M37 XTU, 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 M37 XTU registered?

M37 XTU is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 June 1995.

Is M37 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M37 XTU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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