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C10 SSE

1993 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 SSE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024
Pass 17 Apr 2021 50 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017
Pass 30 Nov 2012 105,027 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 105,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 5,012 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 1,922 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 1,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 42 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 98,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 96,028 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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C10 SSE is a 1993 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C10 SSE, 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 C10 SSE registered?

C10 SSE is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 April 1993.

Is C10 SSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C10 SSE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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