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ESK 289

1991 Ford A

Yellow Petrol 212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

693 mi
Last recorded693 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1991 Ford A40,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 289
MakeFord
ModelA
Year1991
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine212cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 693 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 693 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 6,600 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 620 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 620 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 May 2007 571 miles

How Reliable is the Ford A?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
295
Miles/Year
97
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
wheel bearing has excessive play 5
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4
suspension locking device ineffective 4
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ESK 289 is a 1991 Ford A in Yellow with a 212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Ford A models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 40,616 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford A fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESK 289, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford A typically stays on UK roads for around 97 years. At 35 years old, this Ford A is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESK 289?

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What year was ESK 289 registered?

ESK 289 is a 1991 Ford A, first registered on 18 February 1991.

Is ESK 289 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 289 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESK 289 have outstanding finance?

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