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B647 LSC

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,006 mi
Last recorded73,006 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB647 LSC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 73,006 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 72,994 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 72,920 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 72,866 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 72,866 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 72,818 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 72,777 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 72,770 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 72,740 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 72,698 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 72,650 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 72,640 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 72,521 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 72,365 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 72,259 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,083 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 71,939 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 71,939 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 71,705 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 71,198 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 70,400 miles

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

oil leak from engine

vehicle underside showing signs of rust

Pass 4 Sep 2006 70,687 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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B647 LSC is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B647 LSC, 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

How do I check the history of B647 LSC?

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What year was B647 LSC registered?

B647 LSC is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 April 1985.

Is B647 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B647 LSC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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