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C112 GVU

1986 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,368 mi
Last recorded100,368 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC112 GVU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 100,368 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 100,061 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 100,043 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 99,573 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 99,497 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 99,319 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 98,722 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 98,213 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 98,213 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 96,906 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 96,906 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 96,551 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside front tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 20 Apr 2010 96,534 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 96,254 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 91,630 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 91,630 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hand operated control valve control cannot be moved over its full travel (3.2.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front brake pads getting low.Hole in n/s/f floor

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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C112 GVU is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1986 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,504 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 C112 GVU, 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 40 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 C112 GVU registered?

C112 GVU is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C112 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C112 GVU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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