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CSN 186V

1980 Ford Escort Van

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,723 mi
Last recorded23,723 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSN 186V
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 23,723 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 23,720 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 23,562 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 23,433 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 22,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 22,391 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 22,196 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?

Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.

58.4%
Pass Rate
6,842
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
9,196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,850
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,371
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,763
Registration plate lamp not working 3,515
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CSN 186V is a 1980 Ford Escort Van in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Ford Escort Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CSN 186V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 46 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CSN 186V?

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What year was CSN 186V registered?

CSN 186V is a 1980 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 8 January 1980.

Is CSN 186V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSN 186V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSN 186V have outstanding finance?

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