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A3 GDR

1994 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,511 mi
Last recorded54,511 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Ford Escort59,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GDR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 54,511 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 54,241 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 53,332 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 52,287 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 52,244 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 52,232 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 52,222 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 52,221 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 50,781 miles

o/s/r seat belt faulty

Pass 5 Mar 2010 48,410 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 46,243 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 46,243 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 42,840 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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A3 GDR is a 1994 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1994 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 59,013 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 A3 GDR, 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 32 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 GDR registered?

A3 GDR is a 1994 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is A3 GDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GDR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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