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FMK 96V

1980 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,116 mi
Last recorded49,116 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMK 96V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 49,116 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 48,691 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 48,216 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 47,627 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 47,333 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 47,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 46,922 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 44,577 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 42,520 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 42,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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FMK 96V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FMK 96V, 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 FMK 96V registered?

FMK 96V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is FMK 96V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMK 96V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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