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A875 GTJ

1983 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,020 mi
Last recorded10,020 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA875 GTJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,020 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2011 98,234 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 97,990 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 97,990 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 96,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 10 Sep 2009 96,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 20 Sep 2008 96,014 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 95,178 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 94,261 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 94,261 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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A875 GTJ is a 1983 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A875 GTJ, 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 A875 GTJ registered?

A875 GTJ is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A875 GTJ safe to buy?

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