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P6 FRE

1999 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,933 mi
Last recorded155,933 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort64,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 FRE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 155,933 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 150,861 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 150,859 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 144,837 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 138,809 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 138,809 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 132,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

haqnd brake cable clip missing

Pass 10 Mar 2007 125,185 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 121,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P6 FRE is a 1999 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 64,030 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 P6 FRE, 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 27 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P6 FRE registered?

P6 FRE is a 1999 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is P6 FRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 FRE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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