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S527 VPV

1999 Ford Escort Van

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,859 mi
Last recorded102,859 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort Van63,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS527 VPV
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2008 102,859 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 88,819 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 81,105 miles

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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S527 VPV is a 1999 Ford Escort Van in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Ford Escort Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 63,295 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 S527 VPV, 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 27 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 S527 VPV?

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What year was S527 VPV registered?

S527 VPV is a 1999 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S527 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S527 VPV shows 3 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 S527 VPV have outstanding finance?

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