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N101 SOV

1996 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

82,963 mi
Last recorded82,963 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN101 SOV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2008 82,963 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 82,963 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2008

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2007 81,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 81,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 77,589 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 77,589 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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N101 SOV is a 1996 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 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 N101 SOV, 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N101 SOV registered?

N101 SOV is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N101 SOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N101 SOV shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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