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FJE 794W

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,131 mi
Last recorded52,131 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJE 794W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2020 52,131 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 51,353 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 50,068 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 48,744 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 47,765 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 47,435 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,983 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 45,514 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 43,138 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 41,337 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,943 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 99 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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FJE 794W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJE 794W, 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 FJE 794W registered?

FJE 794W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is FJE 794W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJE 794W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJE 794W have outstanding finance?

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