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E786 CBA

1987 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,919 mi
Last recorded58,919 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE786 CBA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 58,919 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 58,667 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 58,658 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 58,606 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 56,907 miles

condensation to n/s headlamp

Fail 4 Jun 2008 56,907 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

condensation to n/s headlamp

Pass 4 May 2007 55,330 miles

rear veiw mirror missing

welding repairs to battery tray

welding repairs to sills n/s and o/s

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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E786 CBA is a 1987 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E786 CBA, 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 E786 CBA registered?

E786 CBA is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E786 CBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E786 CBA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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