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LMP 28W

1981 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,695 mi
Last recorded54,695 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2006
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMP 28W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2006 54,695 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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LMP 28W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 LMP 28W, 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.

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What year was LMP 28W registered?

LMP 28W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 June 1981.

Is LMP 28W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMP 28W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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