1995 FORD ESCORT1.6L PETROL

The 1995 Ford Escort’s most recent MOT entry, dated 2009-06-26, shows a failure with multiple serious issues. These included a nearside rear shock absorber with a fluid leak, an offside rear brake pipe corroded beyond acceptable limits, and both front tyres below the 1.6mm tread depth requirement. Additional defects included insecure nearside mirrors, corroded chassis rails, and a faulty fuel cap. This failure occurred at 41,799 miles, the same mileage recorded in the 2009-06-26 passed MOT, suggesting the vehicle was not retested for over 15 years. Earlier MOTs from 2008 and 2007 reveal recurring suspension and corrosion-related issues. The 2008-07-05 test noted a nearside rear wheel bearing with slight play, while the 2007-05-15 test highlighted deteriorated suspension arm rubber bushes and continued wheel bearing play. These findings indicate a pattern of gradual wear in suspension components, likely exacerbated by the vehicle’s low annual mileage of 1,348 miles. Such low usage may have led to prolonged inactivity, increasing the risk of corrosion and component degradation. The 2006-05-26 MOT showed no defects, but the 2009 failure suggests a worsening trend in critical areas. Corrosion of chassis rails, brake pipes, and shock absorbers points to environmental exposure or poor maintenance during long periods of inactivity.