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BCK 856V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

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

RegistrationBCK 856V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019
Pass 29 Jun 2018
Pass 7 Sep 2016
Pass 18 Aug 2014 89,986 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013
Fail 23 Aug 2013

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

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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BCK 856V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BCK 856V, 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 BCK 856V registered?

BCK 856V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 June 1980.

Is BCK 856V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCK 856V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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