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HRX 94W

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,477 mi
Last recorded72,477 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRX 94W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 72,477 miles

Vehicle presented to test for competition use

Pass 5 Nov 2024 72,477 miles

Vehicle presented to test for competiton use

Pass 9 Nov 2023 72,477 miles

Vehicle presented to test for competition use

Pass 12 May 2022 72,477 miles

Vehicle presented to test for competition use

Pass 1 Nov 2018 72,477 miles

vehicle presented for test converted for competition rally use

Pass 1 Nov 2017 72,477 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 72,447 miles

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 2 Nov 2015 72,477 miles

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 28 May 2013 72,477 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 72,477 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 72,477 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 72,477 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 Feb 2010 72,477 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 72,477 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 72,477 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 72,477 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 72,477 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 72,477 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 72,464 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 72,464 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HRX 94W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HRX 94W, 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 HRX 94W registered?

HRX 94W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 October 1980.

Is HRX 94W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRX 94W shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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