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XAW 684Y

1983 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,900 mi
Last recorded79,900 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAW 684Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 79,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner Wheel Arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner Track Rod End (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner Wheel Arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near Towing Eye (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 79,138 miles

engine misfiring but still passed emissions

Fail 30 Apr 2018 79,128 miles

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

engine misfiring but still passed emissions

Pass 20 Apr 2017 78,464 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 76,977 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 75,989 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 75,989 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 74,845 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside and offside front floor corroded close to presribed area

Pass 17 Apr 2013 73,910 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 72,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside and offside front floor corroded not in prescribed area

nearside rear arch/step been filled over repair

Pass 21 Apr 2011 71,640 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,106 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 68,590 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 68,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 66,836 miles

could not ezamine all brake pipes some in bodywork rear no plate stained

Fail 5 Dec 2007 66,836 miles

Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

could not ezamine all brake pipes some in bodywork rear no plate stained

Pass 9 Oct 2006 64,397 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 64,392 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 62,867 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 62,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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XAW 684Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XAW 684Y, 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.

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XAW 684Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 June 1983.

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