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S170 HGX

1999 Ford Escort

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,792 mi
Last recorded51,792 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort64,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 HGX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2013 51,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 43,848 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 33,907 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 19,737 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 15,543 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 6,158 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 92,180 miles

offside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge.

oil leak

slight damage to front number plate.

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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S170 HGX is a 1999 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 64,030 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 S170 HGX, 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 27 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 S170 HGX registered?

S170 HGX is a 1999 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 February 1999.

Is S170 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S170 HGX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S170 HGX have outstanding finance?

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