MOT Status
Mileage
77,175 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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MKW 384W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 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 MKW 384W, 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 MKW 384W registered?
MKW 384W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is MKW 384W safe to buy?
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