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A186 LRW

1984 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,066 mi
Last recorded15,066 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 LRW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2016 15,066 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill and floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 14,609 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 14,296 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 14,223 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 14,145 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 13,485 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 13,203 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,837 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 12,837 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,780 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 12,678 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 12,541 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 12,294 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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A186 LRW is a 1984 Ford Escort in White with a 1,296cc 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 A186 LRW, 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 A186 LRW registered?

A186 LRW is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 April 1984.

Is A186 LRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A186 LRW 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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