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C27 GHK

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,386 mi
Last recorded83,386 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC27 GHK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 83,386 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 82,997 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 82,503 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 82,235 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 82,187 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,028 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 80,696 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 80,682 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 80,605 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 80,495 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 79,923 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

unable to fully check outer sills due to trim kit

Fail 10 Apr 2008 79,923 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

unable to fully check outer sills due to trim kit

Pass 23 Apr 2007 78,925 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 78,110 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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C27 GHK is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 C27 GHK, 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 41 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 C27 GHK registered?

C27 GHK is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C27 GHK safe to buy?

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