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C141 MAR

1986 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,837 mi
Last recorded93,837 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC141 MAR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2014 93,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre has splits in tread

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 92,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 89,051 miles

Both rear inner sills starting to corrode

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear tyre has splits in outer sidewall not reaching cords

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 88,789 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 86,010 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 83,393 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 83,393 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 81,515 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2007 78,971 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 78,971 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 76,716 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil sump pan corroded

rear exhaust rubber mounting starting to split

slight oil leaks from engine and gearbox

slight roughness in nearside and offside front wheel bearing

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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C141 MAR is a 1986 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C141 MAR, 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.

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What year was C141 MAR registered?

C141 MAR is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C141 MAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C141 MAR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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