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A77 LAD

1989 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,946 mi
Last recorded97,946 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA77 LAD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 97,946 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2024 94,169 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 92,147 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022
Fail 26 Aug 2022

Front Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Rear Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 88,583 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 88,499 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 87,117 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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A77 LAD is a 1989 Ford Escort in White with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 53,879 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 A77 LAD, 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 37 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 A77 LAD registered?

A77 LAD is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A77 LAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A77 LAD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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