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FEE 704Y

1983 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,395 mi
Last recorded86,395 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEE 704Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2023 86,395 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 85,241 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 83,714 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 82,577 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 82,486 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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FEE 704Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FEE 704Y, 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

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What year was FEE 704Y registered?

FEE 704Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 March 1983.

Is FEE 704Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEE 704Y shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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