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AAB 380W

1980 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

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

RegistrationAAB 380W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022
Fail 28 Jun 2022

Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible adjusted as nec (5.3.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021
Fail 26 Aug 2021

Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020
Pass 23 Dec 2016

Factory fitted seats and belts removed

Pass 6 Jul 2011
Pass 17 Apr 2008

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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AAB 380W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AAB 380W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAB 380W?

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What year was AAB 380W registered?

AAB 380W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is AAB 380W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAB 380W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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