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W61 SGU

2000 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,276 mi
Last recorded43,276 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 SGU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 43,276 miles

both rear tyres perished and spliting

Fail 29 Mar 2012 43,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both rear tyres perished and spliting

Pass 20 May 2011 42,692 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 41,897 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 40,016 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 37,587 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 34,911 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 31,286 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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W61 SGU is a 2000 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W61 SGU, 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

How do I check the history of W61 SGU?

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What year was W61 SGU registered?

W61 SGU is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W61 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 SGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W61 SGU have outstanding finance?

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