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B633 BYB

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,331 mi
Last recorded101,331 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB633 BYB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2021 101,331 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 1,321 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 1,319 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 101,319 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 81,198 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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B633 BYB is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B633 BYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B633 BYB registered?

B633 BYB is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B633 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B633 BYB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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