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A27 MVX

1983 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,198 mi
Last recorded49,198 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 MVX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 49,198 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 48,972 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 48,890 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 48,799 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 48,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 47,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 46,999 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 46,087 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 45,062 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 44,098 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2013 43,193 miles

Oil leak

slight leak from steering rack

Pass 2 Aug 2012 42,022 miles

Oil leak

slight leaking from steering rack

Pass 4 Aug 2011 40,804 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 39,689 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,470 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 38,470 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 36,920 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 34,902 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 32,385 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 30,364 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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A27 MVX is a 1983 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 A27 MVX, 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

How do I check the history of A27 MVX?

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What year was A27 MVX registered?

A27 MVX is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 August 1983.

Is A27 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 MVX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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