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RYJ 149M

2012 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,743 mi
Last recorded85,743 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2012
Typical for 2012 Ford Escort37,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYJ 149M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2012 85,743 miles

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

battery insecure

center exhaust mount in poor condition

rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Pass 2 Dec 2011 61,575 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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RYJ 149M is a 2012 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 37,642 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 RYJ 149M, 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 14 years old, this Ford Escort is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RYJ 149M registered?

RYJ 149M is a 2012 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is RYJ 149M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYJ 149M shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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