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C851 NEM

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,668 mi
Last recorded89,668 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC851 NEM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 89,668 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 89,113 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 88,700 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 88,662 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 88,241 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 88,156 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 88,131 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 87,654 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 87,367 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 87,015 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 86,458 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 85,675 miles

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

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

both front tyres perished

Fail 26 Mar 2014 85,675 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

both front tyres perished

Pass 2 Jul 2012 85,673 miles

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

all 4 tyres splitting

Fail 2 Jul 2012 85,673 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

all 4 tyres splitting

Pass 19 May 2010 85,670 miles

no revers lights

slight oil leak from sump

Pass 7 Apr 2009 85,670 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 20,140 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 20,038 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 19,503 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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C851 NEM is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C851 NEM, 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 C851 NEM registered?

C851 NEM is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C851 NEM safe to buy?

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