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E933 JYO

1987 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,717 mi
Last recorded35,717 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE933 JYO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 35,717 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 35,567 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 35,401 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 35,316 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 35,214 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 35,055 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 34,960 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Oct 2018 34,833 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 34,821 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,706 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 34,636 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 34,512 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 34,425 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 34,269 miles

n/s washer

Pass 29 Sep 2012 34,034 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,863 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 33,732 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 33,574 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 33,390 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 33,232 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,128 miles

engine sump corroded.

oil pressure switch leaking oil.

rear brakes slightly binding when turning by hand.

screw in nearside rear tread pattern.

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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E933 JYO is a 1987 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E933 JYO, 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 E933 JYO?

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What year was E933 JYO registered?

E933 JYO is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 October 1987.

Is E933 JYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E933 JYO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E933 JYO have outstanding finance?

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