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W629 MMR

2000 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

120,752 mi
Last recorded120,752 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW629 MMR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 120,752 miles

n/s headlight misted up

Fail 4 Jul 2016 120,752 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s headlight misted up

Pass 10 Jul 2015 120,193 miles

number plates starting to deteriorate

slight damage to rear bumper

slight wear in rear wheel bearings

Fail 8 Jul 2015 120,192 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

number plates starting to deteriorate

slight damage to rear bumper

slight wear in rear wheel bearings

Pass 8 Jul 2014 118,906 miles

number plates starting to deteriorate

Fail 7 Jul 2014 118,905 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

number plates starting to deteriorate

Pass 8 Jul 2013 118,181 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 117,449 miles

slight wear in o/s inner track rod joint & both rear wheel bearings.

Fail 10 Jul 2012 117,448 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge & starting to perish.

slight wear in o/s inner track rod joint & both rear wheel bearings.

Fail 5 Jul 2011 116,358 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 116,358 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 114,949 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2009 113,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 106,464 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jun 2007 92,751 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 77,719 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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W629 MMR is a 2000 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 W629 MMR, 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 W629 MMR registered?

W629 MMR is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 July 2000.

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