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AOR 263V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,831 mi
Last recorded83,831 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOR 263V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 83,831 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 83,831 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 83,831 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 83,388 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 83,319 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 83,300 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 83,203 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 82,975 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 82,394 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 81,506 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 80,427 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 79,448 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 78,617 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 78,617 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 77,486 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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AOR 263V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AOR 263V, 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

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What year was AOR 263V registered?

AOR 263V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is AOR 263V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOR 263V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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