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BDX 805S

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

3,440 mi
Last recorded3,440 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDX 805S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 3,440 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 2,701 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 1,937 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 1,769 miles

rally car

Pass 1 Dec 2020 1,506 miles

rally car

Pass 28 Mar 2019 67 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 32,654 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 32,654 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 32,654 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 32,654 miles

O/S/R tyre has stones etc stuck between wheel rim and tyre rim

Pass 19 Sep 2013 32,654 miles

Steering at lock to lock appears abit stiff

Fail 16 Sep 2013 32,654 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 32,654 miles

Appears to be slight wear and movement starting at N/S/F lower susp/arm inner bush

N/S P/Brake cable getting abit frayed at Lever end

Pass 27 Sep 2007
Pass 4 Sep 2006 32,654 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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BDX 805S is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 BDX 805S, 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 BDX 805S registered?

BDX 805S is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BDX 805S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDX 805S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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