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L721 VLA

1993 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,135 mi
Last recorded59,135 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2006
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL721 VLA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2006 59,135 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 51,660 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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L721 VLA is a 1993 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L721 VLA, 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

How do I check the history of L721 VLA?

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What year was L721 VLA registered?

L721 VLA is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1993.

Is L721 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L721 VLA shows 2 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 L721 VLA have outstanding finance?

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