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A157 UYO

1984 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,684 mi
Last recorded93,684 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA157 UYO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 93,684 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 93,392 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 93,384 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 93,220 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 92,833 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 91,450 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 89,808 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 86,598 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 86,043 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 86,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 84,414 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 84,403 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearsde rear radius arm has been repaired

offside mirror damaged but servicable

Pass 14 Sep 2006 80,946 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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A157 UYO is a 1984 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A157 UYO, 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 A157 UYO registered?

A157 UYO is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 June 1984.

Is A157 UYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A157 UYO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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