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JBW 814Y

1983 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,808 mi
Last recorded41,808 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 814Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 May 2024 41,808 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 41,438 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 41,312 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 41,278 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 41,081 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 41,058 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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JBW 814Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBW 814Y, 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

How do I check the history of JBW 814Y?

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What year was JBW 814Y registered?

JBW 814Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 814Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 814Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 814Y have outstanding finance?

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