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DRU 250Y

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

465 mi
Last recorded465 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRU 250Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 465 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 309 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 281 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018
Pass 4 Nov 2017 17 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016
Pass 17 May 2013 97,719 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 97,717 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 97,714 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 97,427 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 97,118 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 96,919 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 96,919 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 96,786 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 96,622 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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DRU 250Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DRU 250Y, 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 DRU 250Y?

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What year was DRU 250Y registered?

DRU 250Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 May 1983.

Is DRU 250Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRU 250Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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