£54,562 (Est: £55,000 - £65,000)
1993 Ford Escort RS Cosworth
United Kingdom • 16 May 2026 • Lot 722
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1993 Ford Escort RS Cosworth is one of the early 'Big Turbo' homologation models, presented in Radiant Red. It features a well-maintained 2.0-litre Cosworth engine, a detailed history file, and recent maintenance, making it a desirable example for enthusiasts despite some minor repairs.
Condition
7
The car is described as 'superbly presented' and 'fastidiously maintained,' indicating a well-kept vehicle. The description mentions repairs to the sill, sunroof, and rear window surrounds, along with refurbishment of the engine bay and exhaust. It also notes attention to localized corrosion while retaining an honest and un-restored character wherever possible. While these repairs suggest some wear and tear, the maintenance and recommissioning efforts point to a solid condition with only slight wear visible.
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Manual
Transmission:
WF0BXXGKABNS96226
Chassis No:
Odometer:
70,761 miles
L241 FMO
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Introduced in 1992, the Escort RS Cosworth was a homologation special based on the fifth generation Ford Escort and its sole role was to incorporate parts that Ford planned to use in their 'Group A' rally cars to ensure success in the World Rally Championship, a 'Group A' rally car for the road - pure and simple Presented in desirable Radiant Red with a black leather Recaro interior and first registered in the UK on 12/08/1993 (build date November 1992), this is one of the early 2,500 homologation cars It's powered by the 2.0-litre YBT 'big turbo' Cosworth engine, remaining in standard specification and producing 227bhp mated to a 5-speed MT75 gearbox Showing 70,761 miles indicated at the time of cataloguing, with MOT until March 2027 issued with no advisories, four years current ownership and just two former registered keepers Supplied with a detailed history file including the original Bill of Sale to first owner Mr M Buller dated 04/08/1993, original RS brochures, showroom document...
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£21,668
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£50,313
Median Price (Since 2020)
£132,750
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 24 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
70,667 miles
Registration Date
1993-08-12
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 25 2026 with 70,667 miles
Passed
On Oct 29 2024 with 70,562 miles
Passed
On Oct 12 2023 with 70,503 miles
Passed
On Nov 01 2022 with 70,173 miles
Passed
On Aug 22 2019 with 70,149 miles
Passed
On Aug 29 2018 with 70,131 miles
Passed
On Aug 26 2017 with 70,115 miles
Failed
On Aug 22 2017 with 70,115 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Advisory:
- Both front shock absorbers corroded
Passed
On Aug 18 2016 with 70,104 miles
Passed
On Aug 17 2015 with 70,092 miles
Failed
On Aug 15 2015 with 70,091 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Passed
On Jul 22 2014 with 70,066 miles
Passed
On Jul 20 2013 with 69,941 miles
Passed
On Jul 26 2012 with 69,750 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Passed
On Jul 21 2011 with 68,076 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
User Entered:
- both outer seals covered in body kit floor to seal areas corrored
Passed
On Jul 28 2010 with 67,004 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Passed
On Jul 24 2009 with 66,492 miles
Passed
On Jul 24 2008 with 65,639 miles
Passed
On Jul 25 2007 with 64,208 miles
Passed
On Jul 26 2006 with 59,465 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
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