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E172 TAH

1988 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,885 mi
Last recorded55,885 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1988 Ford Escort53,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE172 TAH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 55,885 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 55,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 54,972 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 54,914 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 54,914 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 51,901 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 51,901 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 51,103 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

damage to front bumper n/s

slight corrosion to chassis at front

slight perishing to compliance bushes

Pass 9 Mar 2010 50,886 miles

front registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2009 50,737 miles

both sill panels corroded

front registration plate damaged

Pass 25 Feb 2008 50,426 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

sill panels corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2007 49,993 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 49,993 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 49,573 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 49,573 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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E172 TAH is a 1988 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E172 TAH, 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 E172 TAH registered?

E172 TAH is a 1988 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 April 1988.

Is E172 TAH safe to buy?

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