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P246 FOJ

2006 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

89,387 mi
Last recorded89,387 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 FOJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2007 89,387 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 89,387 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 88,320 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)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

bubble rust started on both inner and outer door seals and o/s/r wheel arch

damage on o/s/r bumper corner and o/s/r light unit cracked

engine miss firing

o/s/r tyre flat nail in tread

rear wiper blade split on ends

slight noise on n/s/r wheel bearing when turning

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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P246 FOJ is a 2006 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 P246 FOJ, 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 20 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P246 FOJ registered?

P246 FOJ is a 2006 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 August 2006.

Is P246 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P246 FOJ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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