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B40 OPV

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,484 mi
Last recorded82,484 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB40 OPV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 82,484 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 82,422 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 82,254 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 81,809 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 81,425 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 80,630 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 80,108 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 79,704 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 79,014 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 79,138 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 78,908 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 78,758 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 75,373 miles

brake pedal rubber starting to crack

rear view mirror missing

Pass 2 May 2006 71,197 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 71,197 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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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B40 OPV is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 B40 OPV, 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 41 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 B40 OPV registered?

B40 OPV is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B40 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B40 OPV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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