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KNB 445V

1980 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,099 mi
Last recorded5,099 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNB 445V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 5,099 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 5,034 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 5,034 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 5,029 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested wont start (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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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KNB 445V is a 1980 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KNB 445V, 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 KNB 445V registered?

KNB 445V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is KNB 445V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNB 445V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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