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E162 OJT

1988 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,083 mi
Last recorded93,083 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Escort53,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE162 OJT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2007 93,083 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 91,963 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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E162 OJT is a 1988 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E162 OJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E162 OJT registered?

E162 OJT is a 1988 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 February 1988.

Is E162 OJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E162 OJT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E162 OJT have outstanding finance?

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