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BDE 442V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

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

RegistrationBDE 442V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2025
Pass 22 Apr 2024
Pass 31 Mar 2023
Pass 20 Dec 2021
Pass 7 Dec 2020
Pass 23 Oct 2019
Pass 28 Jul 2018
Pass 7 Jul 2017
Pass 2 Jul 2016
Pass 4 Apr 2015 14,987 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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BDE 442V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BDE 442V, 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 BDE 442V?

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What year was BDE 442V registered?

BDE 442V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 March 1980.

Is BDE 442V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDE 442V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BDE 442V have outstanding finance?

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