MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,605 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
chip in screen in zone b
fuel pipes corroded
no high beam tell tale light
o/s outer sill corroded
rear exhaust rubber preished
sump leaking oil
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
chip in screen in zone b
fuel pipes corroded
no high beam tell tale light
o/s outer sill corroded
rear exhaust rubber preished
sump leaking oil
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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GBZ 7424 is a 1987 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1987 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 GBZ 7424, 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 39 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of GBZ 7424?
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What year was GBZ 7424 registered?
GBZ 7424 is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 January 1987.
Is GBZ 7424 safe to buy?
The MOT history for GBZ 7424 shows 2 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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