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F153 DOM

1989 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,413 mi
Last recorded34,413 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF153 DOM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2007 34,413 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 34,413 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 30,720 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 30,702 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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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F153 DOM is a 1989 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 F153 DOM, 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 F153 DOM registered?

F153 DOM is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 May 1989.

Is F153 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F153 DOM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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