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DAZ 5885

1992 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,334 mi
Last recorded42,334 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 5885
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 42,334 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 42,326 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 42,318 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 42,317 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 42,312 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 42,199 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 41,541 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 41,165 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 39,892 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 33,844 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 33,844 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DAZ 5885 is a 1992 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 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 DAZ 5885, 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 34 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DAZ 5885?

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What year was DAZ 5885 registered?

DAZ 5885 is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 October 1992.

Is DAZ 5885 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAZ 5885 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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