MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
4,867 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
vehicle underside has some general corrosion
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E281 LJT is a 1987 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 E281 LJT, 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
How do I check the history of E281 LJT?
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What year was E281 LJT registered?
E281 LJT is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1987.
Is E281 LJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for E281 LJT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E281 LJT have outstanding finance?
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