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S183 AFG

1999 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,634 mi
Last recorded80,634 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2008
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort64,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS183 AFG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2008 80,634 miles

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

front service brake veers left

nearside front tyre uneven wear

nearside outer sill corroding

parking lever high

Pass 13 Dec 2007 76,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake lever high (reduced reserve travel)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Dec 2006 71,521 miles

Front service brake veers left

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front hub assembly moist

Parking brake lever high

Power steering fluid resevior insecure

Pass 12 Dec 2006 71,521 miles

Front service brake veers left

Offside front hub assembly moist

Parking brake lever high

Power steering fluid resevior insecure

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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S183 AFG is a 1999 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S183 AFG, 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 S183 AFG registered?

S183 AFG is a 1999 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is S183 AFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S183 AFG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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