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GPK 866V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

76,559 mi
Last recorded76,559 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 866V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 76,559 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 76,050 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 75,522 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 74,178 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 72,728 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 72,705 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

OSF brake slight bind

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 72,682 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Slight bind OSF brake.

Pass 6 Oct 2012 72,659 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 73,635 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 72,635 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 72,601 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 72,562 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 72,539 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 72,455 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 72,187 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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GPK 866V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GPK 866V, 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 GPK 866V registered?

GPK 866V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 February 1980.

Is GPK 866V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPK 866V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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