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VRX 636Y

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,258 mi
Last recorded3,258 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRX 636Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 3,258 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 2,327 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 1,812 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 100,558 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 99,420 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 98,823 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 97,537 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 95,738 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 93,282 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2010 93,282 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 84,432 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 71,166 miles

Full brake inspection required.

Modified Wheels fitted and used tyres, Tracking check, Slight corrosion in boot floor.

Strongly adv, All brake hoses worn, Front and rear suspension corroded, Exhaust corroded, Corrosion both front inner wings, Cam belt cover missing, Battery low , Vehicle been standing for sometime.

Fail 5 Feb 2008 71,166 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Full brake inspection required.

Strongly adv, All brake hoses worn, Front and rear suspension corroded, Exhaust corroded, Corrosion both front inner wings, Cam belt cover missing, Battery low , Vehicle been standing for sometime.

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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VRX 636Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VRX 636Y, 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

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What year was VRX 636Y registered?

VRX 636Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is VRX 636Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRX 636Y shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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