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E24 MDW

1992 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

90,245 mi
Last recorded90,245 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE24 MDW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 90,245 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 90,167 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 90,080 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 89,997 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 89,949 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 89,741 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 89,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 89,670 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 89,407 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 89,155 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 19 May 2016 88,931 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 87,982 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 86,587 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 84,710 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall starting to crack

Fail 28 Aug 2012 84,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall starting to crack

Pass 25 Aug 2011 80,650 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 80,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 72,546 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 64,529 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 64,528 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 58,871 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 50,096 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 50,096 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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E24 MDW is a 1992 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 E24 MDW, 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.

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What year was E24 MDW registered?

E24 MDW is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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