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1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

Registration5000 KV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2021
Pass 22 Oct 2019
Pass 22 Nov 2018
Pass 18 Sep 2017
Pass 8 Jun 2016
Pass 24 Dec 2013 64,199 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012
Pass 29 Nov 2008 64,127 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 78,178 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 26,221 miles

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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5000 KV is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 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 5000 KV, 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 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 5000 KV registered?

5000 KV is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 June 1980.

Is 5000 KV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5000 KV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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