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EVF 309Y

1983 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,274 mi
Last recorded70,274 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVF 309Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 70,274 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 70,268 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 70,187 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 70,053 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 70,031 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 69,987 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 68,887 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 68,071 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 68,062 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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EVF 309Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EVF 309Y, 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 EVF 309Y?

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What year was EVF 309Y registered?

EVF 309Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 February 1983.

Is EVF 309Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVF 309Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EVF 309Y have outstanding finance?

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