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C16 XRL

1989 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,236 mi
Last recorded57,236 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 XRL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 57,236 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 56,763 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 56,688 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 56,382 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 55,610 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 55,498 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 55,464 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 55,181 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 5,170 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 5,151 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 54,886 miles

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 54,886 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 54,530 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 54,530 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 54,424 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 54,015 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 54,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 52,930 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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C16 XRL is a 1989 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C16 XRL, 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 C16 XRL registered?

C16 XRL is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is C16 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C16 XRL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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