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CUI 385

1993 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,962 mi
Last recorded28,962 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUI 385
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 28,962 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 28,953 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 28,949 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 28,944 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 28,942 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 28,941 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 May 2009 17,680 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 17,231 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 12,088 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,417 miles

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

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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CUI 385 is a 1993 Ford Escort in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CUI 385, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CUI 385 registered?

CUI 385 is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 June 1993.

Is CUI 385 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUI 385 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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