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D938 TWC

1987 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

5,283 mi
Last recorded5,283 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD938 TWC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 5,283 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 5,223 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing cant open (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel hose insecure fuel pump (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Fuel pipe insecure front to rear at rear (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing on inner side

Pass 16 May 2017 3,599 miles

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to nsf to rear brake pipe

corrosion to suspension springs

tyre valves perished

tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Apr 2016 102,682 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres very slightly cracked

metal fuel pipe along floor slightly corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2015 562 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside

Fail 26 Mar 2015 562 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 96,254 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 94,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 94,120 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 90,369 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 88,515 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres touching brake pipes in wheel free condition

front tyres touching wheel arch in wheel free condition

Pass 14 Jul 2009 87,441 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 87,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 86,192 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 83,783 miles

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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D938 TWC is a 1987 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 D938 TWC, 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 D938 TWC registered?

D938 TWC is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 January 1987.

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