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V347 NJN

2000 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,926 mi
Last recorded82,926 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV347 NJN
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 82,926 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2013 80,429 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

offside front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 18 Apr 2012 78,737 miles

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 73,243 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear tyre wearing uneven caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 19 May 2011 73,243 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear tyre wearing uneven caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 May 2010 67,117 miles

All four tyres BALD on inner edge and slight kick when rotated

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 60,574 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 60,574 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 56,512 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 56,510 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 51,771 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 47,251 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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V347 NJN is a 2000 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V347 NJN, 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 V347 NJN registered?

V347 NJN is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V347 NJN safe to buy?

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