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ADR 520W

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,198 mi
Last recorded80,198 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADR 520W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2017 80,198 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 80,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 80,117 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 80,063 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 79,999 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 79,944 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 79,907 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 79,857 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 79,707 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 79,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 79,011 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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ADR 520W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 ADR 520W, 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 ADR 520W?

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What year was ADR 520W registered?

ADR 520W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 August 1980.

Is ADR 520W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADR 520W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ADR 520W have outstanding finance?

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