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W679 RGE

2000 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,594 mi
Last recorded124,594 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2009
Typical for 2000 Ford Escort78,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW679 RGE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2009 124,594 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2008 116,381 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 107,724 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 90,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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W679 RGE is a 2000 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 W679 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 W679 RGE registered?

W679 RGE is a 2000 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W679 RGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W679 RGE shows 4 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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