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ARL 642T

1985 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,732 mi
Last recorded5,732 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARL 642T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2023 5,732 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 5,618 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 4,750 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 95,861 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 88,761 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

single wiper conversion fitted

spoiler kit fitted

top tint fitted

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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ARL 642T is a 1985 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 ARL 642T, 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 ARL 642T registered?

ARL 642T is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 November 1985.

Is ARL 642T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARL 642T shows 5 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 ARL 642T have outstanding finance?

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