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A61 VMF

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,859 mi
Last recorded34,859 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA61 VMF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 34,859 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 34,574 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 33,764 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 33,586 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 33,380 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 32,941 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 32,428 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 31,930 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 31,505 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 31,174 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 30,644 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,772 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 29,769 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2013 28,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 28,423 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 28,417 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 27,734 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,376 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 26,546 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,893 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 25,194 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 23,172 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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A61 VMF is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A61 VMF, 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

How do I check the history of A61 VMF?

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What year was A61 VMF registered?

A61 VMF is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A61 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A61 VMF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A61 VMF have outstanding finance?

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