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BFB 878V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,522 mi
Last recorded22,522 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFB 878V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 22,522 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 21,660 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 20,937 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 19,386 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,679 miles

Slight corrosion to nearside sill

Slight corrosion to offside sill

Pass 21 May 2014 17,469 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,127 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 17,127 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Radius arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 16,702 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

battery insecure.

Pass 26 Jun 2010 16,594 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 15,935 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 14,973 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,038 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,205 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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BFB 878V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White 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 BFB 878V, 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 BFB 878V registered?

BFB 878V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BFB 878V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFB 878V 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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