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M439 CRK

1995 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

85,652 mi
Last recorded85,652 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM439 CRK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 85,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

parking brake has only just met the required limits

reverse lights not working

Pass 31 Mar 2025 84,935 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 84,924 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements too quiet (7.7 (c))

Nearside Windscreen in an unacceptable condition crack exceeding 40mm (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 83,163 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 82,252 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,301 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 78,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 76,542 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

areas of corrosion to underside

Pass 20 Apr 2018 74,450 miles

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

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

areas of corrosion to underside

Pass 22 Apr 2017 72,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear service brake low

Fail 19 Apr 2017 72,579 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 71,088 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 68,709 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 68,709 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 67,017 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 64,655 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 62,488 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

areas of surface corrosion to underside

Pass 26 Oct 2010 59,127 miles

general surface on underside

steering rack slighty damp

Pass 26 Oct 2009 56,524 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

advise slight play in rear top shock absorber mounts

Pass 24 Oct 2008 52,112 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 48,679 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 46,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 46,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M439 CRK is a 1995 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 M439 CRK, 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 M439 CRK registered?

M439 CRK is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 March 1995.

Is M439 CRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M439 CRK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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