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B648 FWE

1985 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1608cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,244 mi
Last recorded20,244 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB648 FWE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,608cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2012 20,244 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 19,308 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 18,291 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 14,900 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 13,978 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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B648 FWE is a 1985 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,608cc diesel 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 B648 FWE, 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 B648 FWE registered?

B648 FWE is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B648 FWE safe to buy?

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