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B127 OLF

1985 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,158 mi
Last recorded61,158 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2009
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB127 OLF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2009 61,158 miles

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 60,555 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 59,435 miles

off side front tyre wall cut

Pass 6 Feb 2006 58,011 miles

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

oil leak

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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B127 OLF is a 1985 Ford Escort in Gold 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 B127 OLF, 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 B127 OLF registered?

B127 OLF is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 February 1985.

Is B127 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B127 OLF 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.

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