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S430 KCU

1998 Ford Escort Van

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,307 mi
Last recorded17,307 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2006
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort Van48,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS430 KCU
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2006 17,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2005 67,861 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?

Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.

58.4%
Pass Rate
6,842
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
9,196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,850
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,371
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,763
Registration plate lamp not working 3,515
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S430 KCU is a 1998 Ford Escort Van in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.9% with a typical mileage of 48,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S430 KCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S430 KCU?

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What year was S430 KCU registered?

S430 KCU is a 1998 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 5 October 1998.

Is S430 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S430 KCU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S430 KCU have outstanding finance?

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