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A149 CRR

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,960 mi
Last recorded54,960 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA149 CRR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2007 54,960 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 50,421 miles

REAR TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS

UNDERSIDE SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 20 Feb 2006 43,284 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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A149 CRR is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 A149 CRR, 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

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What year was A149 CRR registered?

A149 CRR is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is A149 CRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A149 CRR shows 3 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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