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D22 PSV

1988 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,092 mi
Last recorded93,092 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Escort53,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD22 PSV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 93,092 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 92,635 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 92,619 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced seat mount cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced seat mount cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively replace 18" blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 13,351 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2024 13,340 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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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D22 PSV is a 1988 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 53,561 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D22 PSV, 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 38 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 D22 PSV registered?

D22 PSV is a 1988 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is D22 PSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D22 PSV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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