MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,607 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear tyre walls perishing
wear front disc
wear front disc
oil leak
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
crack in front plate
front disc rusty
crack in front plate
front disc rusty
oil leak
play rear hubs
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AOY 897Y is a 1982 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.
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 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 AOY 897Y, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of AOY 897Y?
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What year was AOY 897Y registered?
AOY 897Y is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 October 1982.
Is AOY 897Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for AOY 897Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AOY 897Y have outstanding finance?
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