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S183 TWX

1999 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,226 mi
Last recorded41,226 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2006
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort64,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS183 TWX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2006 41,226 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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S183 TWX is a 1999 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 S183 TWX, 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.

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What year was S183 TWX registered?

S183 TWX is a 1999 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 January 1999.

Is S183 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S183 TWX shows 1 test 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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