MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,455 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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ELF 830Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Beige with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 ELF 830Y, 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 43 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 ELF 830Y?
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What year was ELF 830Y registered?
ELF 830Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 May 1983.
Is ELF 830Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for ELF 830Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ELF 830Y have outstanding finance?
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