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HHL 975W

1980 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,290 mi
Last recorded38,290 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHL 975W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 38,290 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 38,143 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 38,116 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 38,086 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,443 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Underbody Corrosion.

Pass 16 Jul 2010 37,050 miles

Oil leak

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

prop shaft oil seal leaking oil

Pass 20 Jul 2009 36,620 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 36,318 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2007 36,232 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 35,954 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 35,606 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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HHL 975W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 HHL 975W, 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 HHL 975W registered?

HHL 975W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is HHL 975W safe to buy?

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