MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
104,744 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C185 PCM is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 C185 PCM, 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
How do I check the history of C185 PCM?
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What year was C185 PCM registered?
C185 PCM is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 April 1986.
Is C185 PCM safe to buy?
The MOT history for C185 PCM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C185 PCM have outstanding finance?
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