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E150 UYB

1987 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,814 mi
Last recorded99,814 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE150 UYB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 99,814 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 99,134 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 99,128 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 11 Aug 2022 99,119 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 99,116 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 99,031 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 98,468 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 98,468 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2016 97,668 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 97,022 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 96,560 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 95,969 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 94,169 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 93,939 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 93,844 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread and starting to perish

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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E150 UYB is a 1987 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E150 UYB, 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 E150 UYB registered?

E150 UYB is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E150 UYB safe to buy?

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