MOT Status
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99,797 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Rear Fuel hose leaking rubber filler tube cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn both side tie bar rod bushes to lower arms split perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
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GBG 480Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 GBG 480Y, 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.
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What year was GBG 480Y registered?
GBG 480Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 May 1983.
Is GBG 480Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for GBG 480Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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