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XVO 150Y

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,157 mi
Last recorded9,157 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVO 150Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 9,157 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 7,776 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 6,241 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 4,282 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 4,042 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 3,829 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 2,945 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 2,931 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 2,212 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 2,162 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 183 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 99,564 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 98,775 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 97,598 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 97,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2011 97,054 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel lines crossed over and rubbing on each other could possible rub through later on in life requires reposition

Pass 12 Apr 2010 96,360 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 95,935 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 93,585 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 92,115 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 89,423 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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XVO 150Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 XVO 150Y, 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 XVO 150Y registered?

XVO 150Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 February 1983.

Is XVO 150Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVO 150Y shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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