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ERX 586V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,396 mi
Last recorded83,396 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERX 586V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 83,396 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 83,241 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 82,755 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 82,127 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 81,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 81,172 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 80,925 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 80,925 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 80,626 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 79,778 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 79,050 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 79,050 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 77,966 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 77,061 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 77,061 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 75,756 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

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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ERX 586V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ERX 586V, 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 ERX 586V registered?

ERX 586V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is ERX 586V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERX 586V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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