MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,833 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire Not supported, resting on exhaust (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Steering linkage likely to become detached Lock nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Steering linkage likely to become detached Lock nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Front to rear pipe fouling body (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
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ADV 723X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 ADV 723X, 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 44 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ADV 723X registered?
ADV 723X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 May 1982.
Is ADV 723X safe to buy?
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