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C14 SPH

1989 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,752 mi
Last recorded93,752 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC14 SPH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 93,752 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 92,810 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 91,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 90,416 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 88,895 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 87,297 miles

nearside outer sill slightly corroded

nearside rear inner sill slightly corroded

offside rear inner sill slightly corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2013 87,278 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside outer sill slightly corroded

nearside rear inner sill slightly corroded

offside rear inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2012 86,190 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 85,469 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 84,972 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 84,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 84,099 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 83,054 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 82,067 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 81,348 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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C14 SPH is a 1989 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 53,879 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 C14 SPH, 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 37 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 C14 SPH registered?

C14 SPH is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is C14 SPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C14 SPH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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