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E154 JWP

1988 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

92,200 mi
Last recorded92,200 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 Ford Escort53,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE154 JWP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2006 92,200 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

battery insecure

n/s/f outer sill as small hole do to corrosion

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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E154 JWP is a 1988 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 53,561 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E154 JWP, 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 38 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E154 JWP registered?

E154 JWP is a 1988 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 January 1988.

Is E154 JWP safe to buy?

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