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PIL 3606

1998 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,406 mi
Last recorded86,406 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 3606
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2009 86,406 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 78,270 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 73,437 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 68,572 miles

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

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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PIL 3606 is a 1998 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PIL 3606, 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 PIL 3606?

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What year was PIL 3606 registered?

PIL 3606 is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is PIL 3606 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIL 3606 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PIL 3606 have outstanding finance?

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