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M381 ENS

1995 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,063 mi
Last recorded21,063 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM381 ENS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2011 21,063 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 21,063 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 20,926 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 19,985 miles

rear leaf spring mountings show corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2008 18,577 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 18,570 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 15,489 miles

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

n/s front anti roll bar link arm lower fixing nylon nut not fully located

Pass 8 Nov 2006 12,172 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 12,172 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

both rear brake cables insecure

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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M381 ENS is a 1995 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M381 ENS, 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 M381 ENS registered?

M381 ENS is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M381 ENS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M381 ENS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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