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R360 GGD

1998 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,416 mi
Last recorded8,416 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2005
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR360 GGD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2005 8,416 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

fanbelt perished

o/s/f,n/s/f & n/s/r tyres all worn on shoulders

oil leak

Fail 12 Jul 2005 8,414 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Centre Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

exhaust heatsheild loose

fanbelt perished

o/s/f,n/s/f & n/s/r tyres low tread on shoulders

oil leak

spare tyre defective

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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R360 GGD is a 1998 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R360 GGD, 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

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What year was R360 GGD registered?

R360 GGD is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R360 GGD safe to buy?

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