MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,247 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?
Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R116 KUA is a 1997 Ford Escort Van in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Ford Escort Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 45,858 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Ford Escort Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R116 KUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R116 KUA?
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What year was R116 KUA registered?
R116 KUA is a 1997 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 5 September 1997.
Is R116 KUA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R116 KUA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R116 KUA have outstanding finance?
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