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B702 HFW

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,216 mi
Last recorded70,216 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB702 HFW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 70,216 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 70,185 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 70,133 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 69,859 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 69,747 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 69,641 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 69,323 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 69,142 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 69,050 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 69,024 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 68,913 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 68,747 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 68,586 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 68,292 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 68,160 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 67,918 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 67,681 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 67,419 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 66,651 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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B702 HFW is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B702 HFW, 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

How do I check the history of B702 HFW?

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What year was B702 HFW registered?

B702 HFW is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B702 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B702 HFW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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