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C24 RST

1986 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,492 mi
Last recorded73,492 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC24 RST
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 73,492 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 71,638 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 70,180 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 70,102 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 69,523 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,427 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 69,397 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2009 68,453 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 67,302 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 67,282 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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C24 RST is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C24 RST, 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 C24 RST registered?

C24 RST is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1986.

Is C24 RST safe to buy?

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