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B432 CKG

1985 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,419 mi
Last recorded39,419 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB432 CKG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 39,419 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 39,360 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak ()

unde side slightly corrosion...

Pass 21 Nov 2016 39,283 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 39,198 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 39,198 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 39,146 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 39,146 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 39,037 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 39,027 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 38,954 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 38,432 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 38,128 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,290 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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B432 CKG is a 1985 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B432 CKG, 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 B432 CKG registered?

B432 CKG is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 February 1985.

Is B432 CKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B432 CKG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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