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ATL 944X

1981 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,415 mi
Last recorded74,415 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATL 944X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 74,415 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 74,515 miles

Nearside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 74,415 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 74,415 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 74,415 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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ATL 944X is a 1981 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 ATL 944X, 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 45 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 ATL 944X?

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What year was ATL 944X registered?

ATL 944X is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 October 1981.

Is ATL 944X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATL 944X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATL 944X have outstanding finance?

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