1987 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · D817 DRW

The 1987 Ford Escort presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 11 July 2025 at 60,862 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of clean MOT results from 2021 through 2025. Recorded mileage sits at 60,862 against nearly 39 years of age, an average of roughly 1,561 miles per year. The test history shows almost no annual accumulation: the car covered just 840 miles between June 2021 (59,022) and May 2023 (59,715), and only 468 miles across the 2024 and 2025 tests. Such low, consistent use implies long stationary periods rather than active wear, and the absence of any advisories across all five entries means the record gives no flag of neglected consumables or emerging mechanical faults. A buyer should still treat the clean sheet with caution given the vehicle's age. The MOT record never listed suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, or structural corrosion, but a 1987 Escort stored for long spells will likely show perished rubber components, binding calipers from standing, and underbody rust unseen by the tester. Inspect the sills, subframes, and suspension mounts closely for structural integrity before purchase. Confirm the brake hydraulics and fuel system remain serviceable despite minimal running. The lack of recorded exhaust emissions issues is reassuring, yet a 39-year-old powertrain deserves a cold-start check and a thorough underside survey to verify the MOT passes reflect genuine care rather than a lenient testing stance.