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B143 GRP

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,284 mi
Last recorded92,284 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB143 GRP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 May 2025 92,284 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 92,271 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 May 2023 92,263 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 92,258 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 92,252 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 92,240 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 92,231 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 92,184 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 92,103 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear on outer tread

Pass 4 Jul 2015 92,090 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 92,082 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 92,065 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 91,853 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 91,553 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on outter tread

surface rust to front cross-member

surface rust to under side of car

Pass 11 Sep 2006 91,542 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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B143 GRP is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 B143 GRP, 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 B143 GRP registered?

B143 GRP is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 March 1985.

Is B143 GRP safe to buy?

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