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C623 JEP

1986 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

85,496 mi
Last recorded85,496 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC623 JEP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 85,496 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 85,431 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 85,352 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 85,279 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 85,207 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 85,171 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 85,160 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 85,124 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 85,083 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 84,921 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox area

slight underside corrosion

Pass 4 Oct 2013 84,818 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 84,615 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 84,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 84,084 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 83,848 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 83,395 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 82,820 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 82,776 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 81,710 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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C623 JEP is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 C623 JEP, 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 C623 JEP registered?

C623 JEP is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 February 1986.

Is C623 JEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C623 JEP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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