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BCG 904V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,233 mi
Last recorded51,233 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCG 904V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 51,233 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 51,231 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 51,219 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 51,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 51,216 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 51,214 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 51,212 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 51,211 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 51,209 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 51,208 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 51,203 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 51,201 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 51,201 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 51,166 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 904V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BCG 904V, 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

How do I check the history of BCG 904V?

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What year was BCG 904V registered?

BCG 904V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is BCG 904V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCG 904V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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