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A968 GRK

1983 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,600 mi
Last recorded48,600 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA968 GRK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 48,600 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 47,787 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 47,787 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 45,002 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2015 44,993 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 44,809 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,659 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 44,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 44,104 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,630 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 43,185 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 43,182 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 43,114 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 43,114 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 42,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 42,893 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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A968 GRK is a 1983 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A968 GRK, 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 A968 GRK registered?

A968 GRK is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 November 1983.

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