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A125 JKN

1983 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,918 mi
Last recorded50,918 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA125 JKN
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 50,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 50,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 50,458 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 50,248 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 50,140 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 50,106 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 49,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 48,959 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 48,214 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 47,958 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 46,791 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,618 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 46,591 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 46,139 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated

offside rear brake binding

Pass 27 Jan 2010 45,353 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 45,200 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 44,756 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 41,092 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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A125 JKN is a 1983 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 A125 JKN, 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 43 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A125 JKN?

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What year was A125 JKN registered?

A125 JKN is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A125 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A125 JKN shows 18 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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