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ESU 400

1988 Ford Corsair

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,965 mi
Last recorded45,965 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 400
MakeFord
ModelCorsair
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2017 45,965 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 44,879 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 44,241 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,370 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 42,522 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 41,686 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 41,651 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 40,953 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 40,149 miles

Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 37,821 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Corsair?

Based on 3,387 MOT tests across 455 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
455
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 74
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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ESU 400 is a 1988 Ford Corsair in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Corsair fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESU 400, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Corsair typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 38 years old, this Ford Corsair is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESU 400?

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What year was ESU 400 registered?

ESU 400 is a 1988 Ford Corsair, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is ESU 400 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 400 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 400 have outstanding finance?

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