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A221 MHK

1983 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,619 mi
Last recorded57,619 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA221 MHK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 57,619 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 57,596 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 57,078 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 56,422 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 56,014 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 55,536 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 55,536 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 54,520 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 54,520 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 53,840 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 53,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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A221 MHK is a 1983 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 A221 MHK, 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.

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What year was A221 MHK registered?

A221 MHK is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A221 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A221 MHK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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