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B18 OST

1993 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,230 mi
Last recorded1,230 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2013
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 OST
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2013 1,230 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 220 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 99,856 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 99,343 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 99,172 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 98,829 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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B18 OST is a 1993 Ford Escort in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B18 OST, 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

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What year was B18 OST registered?

B18 OST is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is B18 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 OST shows 6 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 B18 OST have outstanding finance?

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