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A663 RDM

1983 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,900 mi
Last recorded94,900 miles
Recorded on24 May 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA663 RDM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2007 94,900 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 94,900 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 May 2006 91,991 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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A663 RDM is a 1983 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A663 RDM, 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 A663 RDM registered?

A663 RDM is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A663 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A663 RDM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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