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A521 HPK

1984 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

56,649 mi
Last recorded56,649 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Escort53,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA521 HPK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 56,649 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 56,633 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 56,619 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 56,498 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 56,365 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel filter housing corroded slightly

Pass 5 Jun 2018 56,093 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 55,989 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 55,803 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 55,561 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 55,228 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 54,908 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 54,574 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 54,432 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 54,427 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 May 2009 54,018 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 53,794 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2005 52,588 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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A521 HPK is a 1984 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A521 HPK, 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 A521 HPK?

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What year was A521 HPK registered?

A521 HPK is a 1984 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A521 HPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A521 HPK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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