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DKV 202Y

1983 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,667 mi
Last recorded81,667 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKV 202Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2022 81,667 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 80,897 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 80,004 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 79,989 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 79,145 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 78,049 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 76,902 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 75,391 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 74,581 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 71,979 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 71,683 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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DKV 202Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DKV 202Y, 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

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What year was DKV 202Y registered?

DKV 202Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is DKV 202Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKV 202Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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