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TGU 89X

1982 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,151 mi
Last recorded82,151 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 89X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2023 82,151 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 81,079 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 80,687 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 79,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 78,385 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 77,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 76,965 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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TGU 89X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 89X, 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

How do I check the history of TGU 89X?

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What year was TGU 89X registered?

TGU 89X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 March 1982.

Is TGU 89X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 89X shows 7 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 TGU 89X have outstanding finance?

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