1994 Ford Escort Lx I MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Escort Lx I models manufactured in 1994, based on 619 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1994 Ford Escort Lx I vintage page → (25.2% current pass rate)1994 Ford Escort Lx I MOT Analysis
The 1994 Ford Escort Lx I has an MOT pass rate of 25.4% based on 619 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,067 miles on the odometer. With a 74.6% failure rate, the 1994 Escort Lx I is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1994 Ford Escort Lx I is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, responsible for 0.3% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 1994 models only. The overall Escort Lx I page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.3% | 2 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 1 |
| 3 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 51,067 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.06 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1994 Ford Escort Lx I has an MOT pass rate of 25.4% based on 619 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,067 miles on the odometer. With a 74.6% failure rate, the 1994 Escort Lx I is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1994 Ford Escort Lx I, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 51,067 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 0.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1994 Ford Escort Lx I models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Non-component advisories — 0.2% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1994 Ford Escort Lx I models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.2% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1994 Ford Escort Lx I models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.