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J105 SPK

1992 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,242 mi
Last recorded84,242 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ105 SPK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2007 84,242 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 84,242 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Inner front contact faces of front brake discs displaying some deterioration.

Pass 16 Nov 2006 81,131 miles

Improvement could be achieved to efficiency of wiper blades.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Routeing of part of exhaust appears closer to heat shield at parts of system.

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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J105 SPK is a 1992 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 J105 SPK, 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 34 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J105 SPK registered?

J105 SPK is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J105 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J105 SPK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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