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C13 RST

1987 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,132 mi
Last recorded90,132 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 RST
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2025 90,132 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 90,216 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 90,102 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 89,797 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 89,654 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 89,343 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 89,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 89,086 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 88,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 88,732 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 5,498 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 5,476 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,315 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 4,206 miles

o/s/f floor slight bit of rust

Pass 1 Feb 2007 2,228 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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C13 RST is a 1987 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 C13 RST, 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 39 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 C13 RST registered?

C13 RST is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is C13 RST safe to buy?

The MOT history for C13 RST shows 15 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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