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A59 UOE

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,709 mi
Last recorded31,709 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA59 UOE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 31,709 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,336 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 31,069 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 30,736 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 30,387 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 30,264 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 29,932 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 29,082 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 29,082 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,569 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 27,635 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 26,574 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 26,574 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 30 May 2012 24,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 24,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,175 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 23,175 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 91,743 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 22,155 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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A59 UOE is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A59 UOE, 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.

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What year was A59 UOE registered?

A59 UOE is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A59 UOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A59 UOE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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