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HMX 669V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,428 mi
Last recorded67,428 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMX 669V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 67,428 miles

all 4 wheels have slight movement

play at both front seat backs

Pass 22 Jul 2015 66,721 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2013 66,539 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 66,252 miles

Steering coupling fouling clutch cable.

Fail 29 Mar 2012 66,232 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Steering coupling fouling clutch cable.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 66,221 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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HMX 669V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HMX 669V, 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 HMX 669V?

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What year was HMX 669V registered?

HMX 669V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 March 1980.

Is HMX 669V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMX 669V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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