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C852 NEM

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99 mi
Last recorded99 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC852 NEM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2026 99 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 99,919 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 99,642 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 99,101 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 99,028 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 98,867 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 98,863 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake pipe (5.2.3 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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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C852 NEM is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C852 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 C852 NEM registered?

C852 NEM is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C852 NEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C852 NEM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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