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ODD 169

1998 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

3,399 mi
Last recorded3,399 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODD 169
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 3,399 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 3,007 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 2,671 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 2,170 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 1,196 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 534 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 279 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 118 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 2,302 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 4 Jul 2018 2,302 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 19 Oct 2016 2,302 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 3,864 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 2,302 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 2,302 miles

many non standard parts due to being a rally car

Pass 20 Apr 2012 2,302 miles

Many non standard parts due to being a fuul rally competition car

Pass 30 Mar 2011 2,332 miles

no back seats exhaust lound non standard car

Pass 10 Apr 2010 2,302 miles

carhas been modified for rallying

Pass 15 Apr 2009 2,302 miles

car has been modifield to a rally car

Pass 26 Mar 2008 2,302 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 2,302 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 2,302 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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ODD 169 is a 1998 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 63,332 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 ODD 169, 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 28 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 ODD 169 registered?

ODD 169 is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is ODD 169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODD 169 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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