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DBV 366Y

1983 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,381 mi
Last recorded42,381 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 366Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 42,381 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 42,380 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 42,379 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 42,377 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 42,376 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 42,375 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 42,374 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,370 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 42,370 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 42,366 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 42,193 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 42,172 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 41,755 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 41,408 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 40,328 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 40,328 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 38,769 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 38,769 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 36,857 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 36,648 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 36,154 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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DBV 366Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 DBV 366Y, 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 43 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBV 366Y?

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What year was DBV 366Y registered?

DBV 366Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is DBV 366Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBV 366Y shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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