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E924 GLR

1987 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,485 mi
Last recorded72,485 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE924 GLR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 72,485 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 72,259 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 72,134 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 65,208 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 59,449 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 54,403 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 49,191 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 43,769 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 39,186 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 34,049 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 27,927 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 27,863 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 19,298 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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E924 GLR is a 1987 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E924 GLR, 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 E924 GLR?

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What year was E924 GLR registered?

E924 GLR is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 November 1987.

Is E924 GLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E924 GLR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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