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R34 VUK

1998 Ford Escort

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

3,756 mi
Last recorded3,756 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 VUK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 3,756 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 3,731 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 from front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded off side front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 May 2015 97,029 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 92,938 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

corrosion throughout vehicle but not excessive yet.

front brake discs showing signs of wear.

rear brakes 26% imbalance.

Pass 27 Jan 2012 87,893 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs worn.

starting to show signs of corrosion through out vehicle.

Fail 26 Jan 2012 87,893 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs worn.

starting to show signs of corrosion through out vehicle.

Pass 19 Jan 2011 82,597 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 82,597 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 77,415 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 69,482 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 55,445 miles

front brake discs worn & rusty

air bag warning light is on

Fail 25 Jan 2008 55,445 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air bag warning light is on

front brake discs worn & rusty

n/s rear chassis rail slight corrosion

o/s rear chassis rail slight corrosion

Pass 23 Feb 2007 54,583 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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R34 VUK is a 1998 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R34 VUK, 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.

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R34 VUK is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 February 1998.

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