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V303 EWH

2000 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,905 mi
Last recorded82,905 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV303 EWH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 82,905 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 21 Feb 2019 78,100 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle is heavily under-sealed

Pass 10 Mar 2018 68,138 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2017 66,971 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 49,197 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 44,907 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 43,718 miles

Off side front wing Slightly rusting

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 42,295 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 40,762 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 39,883 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 39,883 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 39,077 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 38,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 38,033 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 36,643 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 35,028 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 35,028 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 32,894 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 30,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V303 EWH is a 2000 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2000 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 78,374 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 V303 EWH, 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 26 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 V303 EWH registered?

V303 EWH is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V303 EWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V303 EWH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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