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A906 GFR

1983 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,952 mi
Last recorded68,952 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA906 GFR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 68,952 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 68,941 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 68,911 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 68,890 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 68,878 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,872 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 68,857 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 68,813 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 68,711 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 68,631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 68,410 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 68,351 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 68,296 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 68,296 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 68,113 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 67,693 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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A906 GFR is a 1983 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A906 GFR, 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 A906 GFR?

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What year was A906 GFR registered?

A906 GFR is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 August 1983.

Is A906 GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A906 GFR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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