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ABW 138D

1993 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,276 mi
Last recorded63,276 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 138D
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 63,276 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 63,262 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 63,237 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 63,138 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 63,013 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 62,831 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 62,692 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,360 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 62,027 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 61,608 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 61,224 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 61,224 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 60,816 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 60,503 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 60,490 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2011 60,228 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 60,031 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 60,020 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 59,896 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 59,516 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 59,279 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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ABW 138D is a 1993 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1993 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 ABW 138D, 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 33 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABW 138D?

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What year was ABW 138D registered?

ABW 138D is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 February 1993.

Is ABW 138D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 138D shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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