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FLS 105V

1980 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,925 mi
Last recorded65,925 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLS 105V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 65,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 65,897 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 65,897 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 65,897 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013
Fail 8 Jul 2013 65,897 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 65,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 65,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 65,616 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 65,491 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 65,212 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 65,188 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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FLS 105V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Yellow 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 FLS 105V, 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 FLS 105V?

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What year was FLS 105V registered?

FLS 105V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 January 1980.

Is FLS 105V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLS 105V 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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