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GUF 215V

1980 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,234 mi
Last recorded74,234 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUF 215V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 74,234 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 72,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 72,221 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 72,138 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 71,890 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 71,637 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 71,339 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 70,513 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 70,035 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 69,408 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 67,849 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 67,025 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 66,369 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 65,773 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 65,773 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 65,486 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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GUF 215V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GUF 215V, 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 GUF 215V registered?

GUF 215V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is GUF 215V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUF 215V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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