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FKG 312V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,029 mi
Last recorded8,029 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKG 312V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 8,029 miles

Motorsport vehicle.

Pass 5 Dec 2023 7,131 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2022 5,559 miles

vehicle presented for test as a rally car

Pass 18 Sep 2021 712 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 553 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 3 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 38,699 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 38,699 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 38,699 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 38,669 miles

hc high at slow idle, tunnel damage, play at ns steering, hydrolic/mechanical hand brake, 2x rear skid plates loose, osr seam in arch split, f inner wings repaired.

Fail 30 Jan 2009 38,669 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

hc high at slow idle, tunnel damage, play at ns steering, hydrolic/mechanical hand brake, 2x rear skid plates loose, osr seam in arch split, f inner wings repaired.

Pass 25 Feb 2008 33,429 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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FKG 312V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FKG 312V, 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 FKG 312V registered?

FKG 312V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 June 1980.

Is FKG 312V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKG 312V 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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