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HSH 962Y

1983 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,587 mi
Last recorded15,587 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSH 962Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 15,587 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 15,586 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 15,529 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 15,498 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 15,441 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 15,421 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 15,347 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 15,347 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 15,304 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 15,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 15,174 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 15,092 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 14,954 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 14,800 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 14,561 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 14,561 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 14,413 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 14,300 miles

near side brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Jul 2010 14,165 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 14,055 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 13,928 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 13,928 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 13,814 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 13,630 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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HSH 962Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HSH 962Y, 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 HSH 962Y registered?

HSH 962Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 February 1983.

Is HSH 962Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSH 962Y shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HSH 962Y have outstanding finance?

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