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HEL 32V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEL 32V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 20 Oct 2022

Manufactures engine and body /sump covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2021

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019

Nearside Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Offside Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 19 May 2018

Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 29 Nov 2013 75,500 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 75,500 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 75,500 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 75,500 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 75,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 75,500 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 75,500 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 75,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 75,500 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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HEL 32V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc 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 HEL 32V, 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 HEL 32V registered?

HEL 32V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is HEL 32V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEL 32V 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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