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A584 RSP

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,607 mi
Last recorded40,607 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA584 RSP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 40,607 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,595 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 40,532 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 40,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A584 RSP is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A584 RSP, 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 A584 RSP registered?

A584 RSP is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A584 RSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A584 RSP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A584 RSP have outstanding finance?

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