MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,243 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
as previous vt32
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
all brake pipes greased and hard to access
engine oil leak
outer sills not inspected due to plastic covers
slight play offside rack
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D917 WEY is a 1987 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1987 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 D917 WEY, 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 39 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 D917 WEY registered?
D917 WEY is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 May 1987.
Is D917 WEY safe to buy?
The MOT history for D917 WEY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does D917 WEY have outstanding finance?
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