MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,623 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Gearbox mounting defective
Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Oil leak
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
crossion to nearside rear chassie
crossion to offside shock mount
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P17 STD is a 1998 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 P17 STD, 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
How do I check the history of P17 STD?
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What year was P17 STD registered?
P17 STD is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 February 1998.
Is P17 STD safe to buy?
The MOT history for P17 STD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P17 STD have outstanding finance?
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