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W653 RGE

2000 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,930 mi
Last recorded190,930 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2010
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW653 RGE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2010 190,930 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front discs could do with replacement

Pass 18 Nov 2009 173,403 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 155,474 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 132,646 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 112,668 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 91,021 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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W653 RGE is a 2000 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W653 RGE, 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.

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What year was W653 RGE registered?

W653 RGE is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W653 RGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W653 RGE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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