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EOM 580V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,053 mi
Last recorded68,053 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOM 580V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 68,053 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 66,521 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 65,284 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 63,383 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 62,670 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 62,013 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 62,013 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2013 61,727 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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EOM 580V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EOM 580V, 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 EOM 580V?

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What year was EOM 580V registered?

EOM 580V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 March 1980.

Is EOM 580V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOM 580V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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