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A567 GDF

1983 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,089 mi
Last recorded69,089 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA567 GDF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 May 2016 69,089 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 68,958 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 67,672 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 66,941 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 65,143 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 65,135 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 62,426 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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A567 GDF is a 1983 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A567 GDF, 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

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What year was A567 GDF registered?

A567 GDF is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 September 1983.

Is A567 GDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A567 GDF shows 7 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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