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DFO 110W

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,907 mi
Last recorded40,907 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFO 110W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2023 40,907 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 40,501 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 40,999 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 40,501 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,875 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 45,875 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 45,875 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 45,872 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009
Pass 6 Nov 2008 40,501 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 40,501 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 40,501 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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DFO 110W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests 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 DFO 110W, 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 DFO 110W registered?

DFO 110W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is DFO 110W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFO 110W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFO 110W have outstanding finance?

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