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LRM 105W

1981 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRM 105W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2019
Pass 6 Feb 2018
Pass 11 Feb 2017
Pass 15 Feb 2016
Pass 23 Jan 2015 5,618 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 5,318 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 4,448 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 2,910 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 1,668 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 3 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 12 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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LRM 105W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc 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 LRM 105W, 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 LRM 105W?

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What year was LRM 105W registered?

LRM 105W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is LRM 105W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRM 105W 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 LRM 105W have outstanding finance?

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