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B115 DOO

1985 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,593 mi
Last recorded12,593 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2009
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB115 DOO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2009 12,593 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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B115 DOO is a 1985 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 B115 DOO, 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.

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What year was B115 DOO registered?

B115 DOO is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 May 1985.

Is B115 DOO safe to buy?

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