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C280 PAV

1986 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,004 mi
Last recorded40,004 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC280 PAV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 40,004 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 39,866 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 39,767 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 39,640 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 39,442 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 39,217 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 39,039 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 39,036 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 38,858 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 38,554 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 38,495 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 38,476 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 38,451 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 38,332 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 38,240 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside inner cv boot leaking grease

Pass 25 Aug 2007 38,156 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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C280 PAV is a 1986 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,504 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 C280 PAV, 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 40 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 C280 PAV?

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What year was C280 PAV registered?

C280 PAV is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C280 PAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C280 PAV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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