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P392 RHJ

1997 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,272 mi
Last recorded67,272 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP392 RHJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2010 67,272 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 67,272 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 66,560 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 63,726 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 61,955 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both brake ferrules considerably corroded.

both front brake discs considerably worn on inner sides.

Pass 3 May 2007 61,955 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both brake ferrules considerably corroded.

both front brake discs considerably worn on inner sides.

Fail 23 May 2006 58,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front metal brake pipes on brake hoses considabley corroded.

considable travle on hand brake lever.

Pass 23 May 2006 58,743 miles

both front metal brake pipes on brake hoses considabley corroded.

considable travle on hand brake lever.

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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P392 RHJ is a 1997 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P392 RHJ, 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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What year was P392 RHJ registered?

P392 RHJ is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P392 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P392 RHJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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