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CYM 805V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,830 mi
Last recorded98,830 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYM 805V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 98,830 miles

Modified For Competition Use

Pass 6 Dec 2023 98,830 miles

Modified For Competition Use

Pass 2 Dec 2022
Pass 1 Dec 2021
Pass 5 Jun 2019
Pass 21 Feb 2018 98,830 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 98,830 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 98,830 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 98,830 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 98,830 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 98,830 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 55,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 55,503 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 55,036 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 55,721 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 55,503 miles

hydrolic cylinder assisting hand brake

Fail 24 Oct 2008 55,503 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

hydrolic cylinder assisting hand brake

Pass 11 Mar 2006 55,212 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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CYM 805V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CYM 805V, 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 CYM 805V registered?

CYM 805V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 January 1980.

Is CYM 805V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYM 805V shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYM 805V have outstanding finance?

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