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ETH 411V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETH 411V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017

temporary lockable fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2017

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

temporary lockable fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2017 40 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp o/s dip and main wired incorrectly (1.7.5c)

Nearside Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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ETH 411V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 ETH 411V, 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 ETH 411V registered?

ETH 411V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is ETH 411V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETH 411V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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