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W626 SGW

2000 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,324 mi
Last recorded103,324 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW626 SGW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2012 103,324 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 May 2011 85,982 miles

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

fluid found at power steering pipes. no steering system leaks found at test.

Pass 12 May 2011 85,982 miles

Oil leak

fluid found at power steering pipes. no steering system leaks found at test.

Pass 2 Jun 2010 81,430 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2009 73,860 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 65,853 miles

n/s/f anti rollbar rubbing on lower arm

wiper mark on front screen

Pass 20 Jun 2007 58,921 miles

n/s/f s/abs unit damp . n/s/r tyre side wall scuffed

Pass 19 Jun 2006 47,734 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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W626 SGW is a 2000 Ford Escort in Blue 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 W626 SGW, 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 W626 SGW registered?

W626 SGW is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 August 2000.

Is W626 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W626 SGW 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.

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