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C8 SYA

1993 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

87,635 mi
Last recorded87,635 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 SYA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 87,635 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 87,411 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 87,359 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 87,340 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 87,324 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 87,326 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 87,119 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 86,766 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 86,530 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 85,726 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 83,803 miles

gear box viscous coupling not operational

various oil leaks

Fail 29 Apr 2010 83,780 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

gear box viscous coupling not operational

oil leak from front diff

oil leaks from cam cover gasket possable cam seals possable rear crank seal and sump

Pass 23 Apr 2009 81,484 miles

brake pipes poor condition poorly routed

fuel filter in poor condition

o/s/front flexi hose poor condition

Pass 23 Apr 2008 79,483 miles

gearbox viscous coupling u/s (only rear wheel drive)

n/s/front top spring cup bearing seized

Pass 28 Apr 2007 78,684 miles

rear tyres worn inner edges.

Pass 29 Apr 2006 77,035 miles

front suspension top shockabsorber mounts worn

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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C8 SYA is a 1993 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1993 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 C8 SYA, 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 33 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C8 SYA registered?

C8 SYA is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 April 1993.

Is C8 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 SYA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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