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C490 SLO

1985 Ford Escort Van

Blue Diesel 1608cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,378 mi
Last recorded24,378 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC490 SLO
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,608cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2007 24,378 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 22,296 miles

Oil leak

n/s/outer sill surfice rust

Pass 27 Oct 2005 19,991 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 199,910 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?

Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.

58.4%
Pass Rate
6,842
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
9,196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,850
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,371
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,763
Registration plate lamp not working 3,515
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C490 SLO is a 1985 Ford Escort Van in Blue with a 1,608cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Ford Escort Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C490 SLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C490 SLO registered?

C490 SLO is a 1985 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C490 SLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C490 SLO shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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