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DUX 258T

2017 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,634 mi
Last recorded81,634 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2017 Ford Escort43,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUX 258T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 81,634 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 81,629 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 81,628 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat insecure blots loose (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering inner wing at bumper mount point (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack end failed (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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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DUX 258T is a 2017 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 43,740 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DUX 258T, 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 9 years old, this Ford Escort is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DUX 258T registered?

DUX 258T is a 2017 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 2017.

Is DUX 258T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUX 258T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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