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EJH 810V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJH 810V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2019

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

underbody has general corrosion

Pass 14 Apr 2018 61,880 miles

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

underbody general corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2017 61,780 miles

underbody general corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2016 61,555 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 60,152 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 60,130 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 60,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 51,726 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 49,865 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 51,840 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the vehicle has been modified to a rally car

Pass 11 Nov 2006 51,325 miles

onset of corosion n/s/f floor well not within a prescribed area

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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EJH 810V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EJH 810V, 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 EJH 810V?

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What year was EJH 810V registered?

EJH 810V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 March 1980.

Is EJH 810V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJH 810V shows 11 tests 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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