MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,517 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
both headlights have condensation in them
engine and gearbox oil leaks
nearside front floor corroded
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F146 RLB is a 1989 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 53,879 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 F146 RLB, 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 37 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F146 RLB registered?
F146 RLB is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 February 1989.
Is F146 RLB safe to buy?
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