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BAR 627

1980 Ford Escort

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAR 627
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021

vehicle corrosion

Pass 15 May 2017 5,706 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 5,301 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 5,283 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,600 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 4,200 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 4,200 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 10 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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BAR 627 is a 1980 Ford Escort in Beige with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BAR 627, 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 BAR 627 registered?

BAR 627 is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 January 1980.

Is BAR 627 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAR 627 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAR 627 have outstanding finance?

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