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A10 JMS

1989 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

96,015 mi
Last recorded96,015 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 JMS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 96,015 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 94,078 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 92,351 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 90,734 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 89,813 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 88,805 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 87,780 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 86,514 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 86,514 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 85,395 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 83,797 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 82,770 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 81,511 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 80,455 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 79,347 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 78,369 miles

front discs rusty

Pass 30 Oct 2010 78,368 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 78,059 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 77,269 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 76,378 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 74,373 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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A10 JMS is a 1989 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 53,879 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 A10 JMS, 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 37 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 A10 JMS registered?

A10 JMS is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is A10 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 JMS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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