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S909 CPP

1998 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,566 mi
Last recorded88,566 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS909 CPP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 88,566 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 88,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 82,610 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 82,602 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 75,895 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 71,180 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 64,123 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 59,088 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 59,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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S909 CPP is a 1998 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 63,332 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 S909 CPP, 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 28 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 S909 CPP registered?

S909 CPP is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is S909 CPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S909 CPP shows 9 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.

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