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A106 RJN

1984 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

13,064 mi
Last recorded13,064 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA106 RJN
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,064 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 13,035 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 13,004 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 12,992 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 12,908 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 12,901 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

starter motor faulty

Pass 28 Sep 2011 12,821 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 12,814 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 12,755 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2009 12,662 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 12,400 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r/ outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 4 Oct 2007 11,889 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 11,889 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 11,487 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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A106 RJN is a 1984 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1984 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 53,632 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 A106 RJN, 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 42 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A106 RJN registered?

A106 RJN is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1984.

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The MOT history for A106 RJN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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