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R365 UOC

1998 Ford Escort

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,401 mi
Last recorded102,401 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 UOC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2010 102,401 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 94,756 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 94,752 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 86,296 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 76,684 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 68,974 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 65,951 miles

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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R365 UOC is a 1998 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R365 UOC, 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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What year was R365 UOC registered?

R365 UOC is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R365 UOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R365 UOC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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