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A36 LUE

1984 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,248 mi
Last recorded41,248 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA36 LUE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2023 41,248 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 41,236 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 41,220 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 41,202 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 41,195 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 41,184 miles

Rear both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 5 Apr 2017 41,164 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,119 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer wall starting to perish

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 40,787 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 40,567 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 40,511 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 40,317 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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A36 LUE is a 1984 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A36 LUE, 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

How do I check the history of A36 LUE?

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What year was A36 LUE registered?

A36 LUE is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 May 1984.

Is A36 LUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A36 LUE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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