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EUW 739V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,534 mi
Last recorded58,534 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUW 739V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,654cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 58,534 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 58,515 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 96,342 miles

Couldn't see into brakes properly

Vehicle modified but nothing with function impaired

Pass 24 Apr 2013 94,528 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 92,313 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 91,984 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 96,598 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 94,762 miles

see advisory sheet test number 881194066236

Fail 21 Sep 2006 94,762 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wheels have slight play in wheel bearings

both rear inner anti roll bar bushes have slight play

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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EUW 739V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EUW 739V, 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 EUW 739V?

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What year was EUW 739V registered?

EUW 739V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 May 1980.

Is EUW 739V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUW 739V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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