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E996 GGV

1987 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1608cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,008 mi
Last recorded5,008 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2005
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE996 GGV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,608cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2005 5,008 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front disc's rusty on inside edge's

n/s rear chassis starting to get rusty

n/s rear edge of sill starting to get weak

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

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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E996 GGV is a 1987 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,608cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 E996 GGV, 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.

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What year was E996 GGV registered?

E996 GGV is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 September 1987.

Is E996 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E996 GGV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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