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A26 XTT

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,691 mi
Last recorded88,691 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 XTT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 88,691 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 18,001 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 17,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,066 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A26 XTT is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A26 XTT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A26 XTT registered?

A26 XTT is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A26 XTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 XTT shows 4 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 A26 XTT have outstanding finance?

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