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GCV 130W

1980 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,071 mi
Last recorded19,071 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCV 130W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2020 19,071 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 18,613 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 18,036 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 16,515 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 14,110 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 11,587 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 9,435 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 7,926 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 6,886 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 5,828 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 4,305 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 3,185 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 2,368 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 1,644 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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GCV 130W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GCV 130W, 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 GCV 130W registered?

GCV 130W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GCV 130W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCV 130W shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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