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BCG 899V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,114 mi
Last recorded9,114 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCG 899V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 9,114 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 8,961 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 8,797 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 8,781 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyre walls beginning to perrish

Fail 17 May 2014 8,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyre walls beginning to perrish

Pass 11 May 2013 8,704 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 8,701 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Apr 2010 8,581 miles

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,581 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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BCG 899V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BCG 899V, 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.

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What year was BCG 899V registered?

BCG 899V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 May 1980.

Is BCG 899V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCG 899V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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