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FBO 757V

1980 Ford Escort

Bronze Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

3,011 mi
Last recorded3,011 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBO 757V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 3,011 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 425 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 98,670 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 96,994 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 95,420 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 94,442 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 91,944 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 91,944 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 91,932 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 91,461 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 90,955 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 90,955 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 90,288 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 90,244 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 89,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 88,885 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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FBO 757V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Bronze with a 1,597cc 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 FBO 757V, 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 FBO 757V registered?

FBO 757V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 May 1980.

Is FBO 757V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBO 757V 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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