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APH 303Y

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,636 mi
Last recorded25,636 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPH 303Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 25,636 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 25,501 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 25,294 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 25,107 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,629 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 24,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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APH 303Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 APH 303Y, 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

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What year was APH 303Y registered?

APH 303Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 1983.

Is APH 303Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APH 303Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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