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W618 LBJ

2000 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,007 mi
Last recorded62,007 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2008
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW618 LBJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2008 62,007 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rusty front brake discs

spare wheel fitted to n/s/f

Pass 26 Jun 2007 56,521 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 56,521 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

o/side headlamp water ingress//front brake discs are worn..o/s/ indicator bulb faded..

Pass 26 Jun 2006 50,906 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear 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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W618 LBJ is a 2000 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 W618 LBJ, 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 W618 LBJ registered?

W618 LBJ is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 April 2000.

Is W618 LBJ safe to buy?

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