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C965 VPF

1987 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,307 mi
Last recorded96,307 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC965 VPF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 96,307 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 96,205 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 96,186 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 96,143 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 96,081 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 95,982 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 94,744 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 91,390 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 89,824 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 88,706 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 87,288 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 85,928 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 83,762 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 81,786 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 79,764 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 75,145 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 74,168 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 74,168 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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C965 VPF is a 1987 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 C965 VPF, 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 C965 VPF registered?

C965 VPF is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 January 1987.

Is C965 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C965 VPF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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