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DEB 530V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,202 mi
Last recorded98,202 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEB 530V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 98,202 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 96,955 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 96,950 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 96,940 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 96,559 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 96,253 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 95,201 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 95,201 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 95,008 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 94,279 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 93,307 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 92,802 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 92,173 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 91,329 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 89,628 miles

front offside anti-roll bar anchorage bush wearing.

steering rack slight play

Pass 2 May 2008 88,677 miles

anti-roll bar anchorage bush offside front.

steering rack play.

Pass 21 Apr 2007 87,981 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 86,742 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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DEB 530V 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 DEB 530V, 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

How do I check the history of DEB 530V?

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What year was DEB 530V registered?

DEB 530V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 April 1980.

Is DEB 530V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEB 530V 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.

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