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HEK 140V

1980 Ford Escort

Beige Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,802 mi
Last recorded19,802 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEK 140V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 19,802 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 19,515 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 19,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 18,753 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 18,251 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 18,047 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 17,900 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 17,840 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 17,840 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 16,874 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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HEK 140V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Beige with a 1,298cc 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 HEK 140V, 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 HEK 140V?

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What year was HEK 140V registered?

HEK 140V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 March 1980.

Is HEK 140V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEK 140V 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.

Does HEK 140V have outstanding finance?

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