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HRA 213V

1980 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,988 mi
Last recorded21,988 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRA 213V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 21,988 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

dampness around nearside rear hub/ wheel area

Fail 23 Oct 2014 21,988 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

dampness around nearside rear hub/ wheel area

Pass 9 Oct 2013 21,522 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2012 21,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Nov 2011 21,168 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2010 20,916 miles

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

Oil leak

slight float in steering rack ends

Pass 30 Jan 2010 20,916 miles

Oil leak

slight float in steering rack ends

Pass 24 Jan 2009 20,583 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 20,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 20,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 19,574 miles

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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HRA 213V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HRA 213V, 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 HRA 213V registered?

HRA 213V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is HRA 213V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRA 213V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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