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YJT 395M

1983 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,044 mi
Last recorded72,044 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 395M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 72,044 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 71,991 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 71,968 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 71,888 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 71,679 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 71,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 71,460 miles

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 71,460 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 71,334 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 71,018 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 70,884 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 70,884 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear brake slight binding

Pass 27 Apr 2008 70,396 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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YJT 395M is a 1983 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YJT 395M, 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 YJT 395M registered?

YJT 395M is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 February 1983.

Is YJT 395M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJT 395M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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