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FDY 275X

1981 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,418 mi
Last recorded51,418 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDY 275X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 51,418 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 51,394 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 50,962 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 50,957 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 50,512 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 49,677 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 48,541 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 47,804 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 46,982 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 46,982 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

play in front suspension

play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 27 Oct 2006 45,869 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 45,314 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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FDY 275X is a 1981 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 FDY 275X, 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 45 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 FDY 275X?

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What year was FDY 275X registered?

FDY 275X is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 November 1981.

Is FDY 275X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDY 275X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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