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TGU 396X

1982 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

119,872 mi
Last recorded119,872 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2020
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 396X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2020 119,872 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 119,141 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 19,266 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 118,778 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 118,471 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 18,331 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 17,524 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 17,004 miles

heavily undersealed

Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,876 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

slight bind n/s/r wheel

Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,046 miles

n/s seat belt mount slightly loose

oil leak

r floor corroding

Pass 26 Apr 2008 13,985 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

no plate condition

Pass 16 Mar 2007 13,457 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 13,449 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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TGU 396X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 TGU 396X, 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 44 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 TGU 396X registered?

TGU 396X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 April 1982.

Is TGU 396X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 396X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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