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F1 GJP

1989 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,366 mi
Last recorded10,366 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Ford Escort53,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF1 GJP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 10,366 miles

oil leak

rear brake pads worn low

slight earth fault on rear lights

slight wear in nearside front wheel bearing

slight wear in offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 28 Jun 2014 9,998 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front wheel bearing worn

rear brake pads worn low

slight earth fault on offside rear light

Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,998 miles

nearside front wheel bearing worn

rear brake pads worn low

slight earth fault on offside rear light

Pass 18 May 2013 9,528 miles

noted repair to offside front inner wheel arch unknown reason? advise if corroded should be welded

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in rear wheel bearings

slight wear in steering rack

Fail 18 May 2013 9,528 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

noted repair to offside front inner wheel arch unknown reason? advise if corroded should be welded

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in rear wheel bearings

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 30 May 2012 9,401 miles

rear bulbs loosing colour

underbody corrosion

Fail 30 May 2012 9,401 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

rear bulbs loosing colour

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2011 8,728 miles

exhaust corroding

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in inner steering rack joints

slight wear in rear wheel bearings

suspect rear reflectors incorrect

underbody corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2009 8,438 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,886 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 6,123 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 17 Jun 2006 4,490 miles

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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F1 GJP is a 1989 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F1 GJP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F1 GJP registered?

F1 GJP is a 1989 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F1 GJP safe to buy?

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