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C594 YFH

1986 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,213 mi
Last recorded59,213 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC594 YFH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 59,213 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 59,168 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 59,135 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 58,641 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 58,410 miles

exhaust fouling on floor&gear change

Fail 1 Oct 2014 58,377 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

exhaust fouling on floor&gear change

Pass 7 Mar 2013 57,310 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 56,927 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 56,015 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 56,008 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 53,019 miles

slight distortion in both rear wheel rims

slight interaction in both rear lamp units

Fail 15 Jul 2009 53,012 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

slight distortion in both rear wheel rims

slight interaction in both rear lamp units

Pass 25 Mar 2008 50,727 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 50,024 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 49,865 miles

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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C594 YFH is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 C594 YFH, 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 C594 YFH registered?

C594 YFH is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 April 1986.

Is C594 YFH safe to buy?

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