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J800 RDW

1993 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,192 mi
Last recorded13,192 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ800 RDW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 13,192 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 12,567 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 6,653 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 10,517 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 10,231 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 1,324 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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J800 RDW is a 1993 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 J800 RDW, 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 33 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 J800 RDW registered?

J800 RDW is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is J800 RDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J800 RDW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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