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KHV 154W

1981 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,428 mi
Last recorded48,428 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2018
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHV 154W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Dec 2018 48,428 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 48,428 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 48,428 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear offside rear tyre has a cut in sidewall inside

Pass 25 Mar 2015 48,428 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 48,490 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 48,426 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 48,428 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 48,428 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 484,284 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 8,542 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 48,424 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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KHV 154W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 KHV 154W, 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 45 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 KHV 154W?

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What year was KHV 154W registered?

KHV 154W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is KHV 154W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHV 154W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KHV 154W have outstanding finance?

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