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D948 PWG

1987 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,979 mi
Last recorded35,979 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD948 PWG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 35,979 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 24,797 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 24,753 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 18,963 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 18,946 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front bumper been repaird with tape

Fail 6 Jul 2012 18,863 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 17,827 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 17,412 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,117 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 17,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,694 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,259 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,821 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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D948 PWG is a 1987 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 D948 PWG, 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 D948 PWG registered?

D948 PWG is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D948 PWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D948 PWG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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