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B289 DGH

1985 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,486 mi
Last recorded9,486 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB289 DGH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 9,486 miles

Offside Front floor corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2023 9,486 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front floor corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2022 9,436 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 9,385 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 9,332 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 9,290 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 9,164 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 9,073 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 9,014 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 8,920 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 8,846 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 8,799 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,698 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,221 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 7,746 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 7,171 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,025 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 4,608 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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B289 DGH is a 1985 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 B289 DGH, 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 41 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B289 DGH registered?

B289 DGH is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B289 DGH safe to buy?

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