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P118 MEV

1997 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,895 mi
Last recorded37,895 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP118 MEV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 37,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 May 2014 37,895 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 May 2013 26,747 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

advise front brake discs worn

Fail 13 May 2013 26,747 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

advise front brake discs worn

Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,428 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 17,812 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 5,732 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 5,728 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 97,025 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 92,214 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 84,885 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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P118 MEV is a 1997 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,516 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 P118 MEV, 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 29 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P118 MEV is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 February 1997.

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