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HKL 156V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,393 mi
Last recorded24,393 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKL 156V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2019 24,393 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 24,205 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 24,090 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 24,044 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,015 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,942 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 23,819 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,661 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 23,375 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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HKL 156V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HKL 156V, 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 HKL 156V registered?

HKL 156V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 January 1980.

Is HKL 156V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKL 156V shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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