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KGV 463V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGV 463V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026
Pass 23 Sep 2022 2,008 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 1,715 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 1,237 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 731 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 75 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 75 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 33,467 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 33,467 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 33,467 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 33,467 miles

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2012 33,467 miles

no rear seat/seat belts fitted time of test

Pass 27 May 2011 33,467 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 33,476 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 33,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Sep 2007 33,043 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 33,053 miles

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

under body covered in thick paint

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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KGV 463V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KGV 463V, 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 KGV 463V registered?

KGV 463V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 February 1980.

Is KGV 463V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGV 463V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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