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HKW 438W

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,618 mi
Last recorded98,618 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKW 438W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 98,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 97,471 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 95,933 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 95,295 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened and bearing slightly worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 94,529 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 93,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 92,889 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 91,269 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 90,308 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 90,302 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s floor pan is badly corroded & holed (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pad is badly corroded and ho;led (6.1.B.2)

clutch pedal rubber part missing

Pass 23 Jun 2016 90,138 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 90,138 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,900 miles

rear leaf springs slightly corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2015 89,900 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 89,651 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 89,499 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 87,348 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 84,873 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 82,773 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 82,773 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 14 May 2009 80,978 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both outer sill corroded

floor at front on both sides corroded

nearside floor in centre corroded

Pass 14 May 2009 80,978 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both outer sill corroded

floor at front on both sides corroded

nearside floor in centre corroded

Pass 15 May 2008 78,377 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 15 May 2007 76,024 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

both outer sills slightly corroded & front floors

Pass 15 May 2007 76,024 miles

both outer sills slightly corroded & front floors

Pass 17 May 2006 73,546 miles

slight corrosion on sills to floor †

Pass 7 Jun 2005 72,424 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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HKW 438W is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HKW 438W, 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 HKW 438W registered?

HKW 438W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is HKW 438W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKW 438W shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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