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DBU 150

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

510 mi
Last recorded510 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBU 150
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2022 510 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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DBU 150 is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DBU 150, 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.

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What year was DBU 150 registered?

DBU 150 is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is DBU 150 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBU 150 shows 1 test 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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