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A16 VYB

1992 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,226 mi
Last recorded67,226 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 VYB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2018 67,226 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 27 Oct 2011 66,016 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 62,821 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 60,952 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 56,504 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 58,353 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 57,972 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A16 VYB is a 1992 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 A16 VYB, 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 34 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 A16 VYB registered?

A16 VYB is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 October 1992.

Is A16 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 VYB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A16 VYB have outstanding finance?

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