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C449 VPD

1986 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,489 mi
Last recorded83,489 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2006
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC449 VPD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2006 83,489 miles

oil leak

Fail 29 Jul 2005 76,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s & o/s rear inner wheel arches to sill corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2005 76,615 miles

n/s & o/s rear inner wheel arches to sill corroded

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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C449 VPD is a 1986 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C449 VPD, 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 C449 VPD registered?

C449 VPD is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 September 1986.

Is C449 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C449 VPD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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