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A637 DGX

1983 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,638 mi
Last recorded55,638 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA637 DGX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 55,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 55,551 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 55,495 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 55,484 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 55,423 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 55,155 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 55,152 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 55,144 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 55,127 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 55,109 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,104 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 55,097 miles

Hazard warning lamp switch operation poor.

Pass 29 May 2013 55,091 miles

Slight brake bind N/S/R

Pass 25 May 2012 55,014 miles

Slight brake bind on O/S/R

Pass 18 May 2011 54,989 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 54,472 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 53,821 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 29 May 2008 52,553 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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A637 DGX is a 1983 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 A637 DGX, 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 A637 DGX registered?

A637 DGX is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A637 DGX safe to buy?

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