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XNT 277S

1985 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

26,368 mi
Last recorded26,368 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNT 277S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 26,368 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 26,368 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2010 25,953 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 25,953 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 24,023 miles

3 POINT SEAT BELT HARNESS FITTED

SLIGHT CORROSION N/S/R CHASSIS LEG

Fail 4 Apr 2009 23,939 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

3 POINT SEAT BELT HARNESS FITTED

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

SLIGHT CORROSION N/S/R CHASSIS LEG

FUEL PIPE HANGING DOWN BY REAR AXLE

Pass 14 Apr 2008 19,592 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 14,078 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,078 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

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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XNT 277S is a 1985 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 XNT 277S, 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 41 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XNT 277S registered?

XNT 277S is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 November 1985.

Is XNT 277S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNT 277S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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