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E768 ELM

1987 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,742 mi
Last recorded23,742 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE768 ELM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2023 23,742 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 23,347 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 22,548 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,456 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 17,120 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 16,630 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 14,347 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 14,036 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,227 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 12,593 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 11,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 10,893 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,893 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 10,874 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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E768 ELM 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 100%.

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 E768 ELM, 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 E768 ELM registered?

E768 ELM is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E768 ELM safe to buy?

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