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A186 JWM

1984 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,025 mi
Last recorded81,025 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 JWM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2006 81,025 miles

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

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 76,918 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 76,918 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3) DANGEROUS

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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A186 JWM is a 1984 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A186 JWM, 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.

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What year was A186 JWM registered?

A186 JWM is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 May 1984.

Is A186 JWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A186 JWM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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