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MPF 126W

1981 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,112 mi
Last recorded69,112 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPF 126W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 69,112 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 69,014 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 68,947 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 68,852 miles

Oil leak

surface corrosion offside rear outer sill

Pass 21 Jul 2009 68,792 miles

Oil leak

general surface corrosion

slight movement in n/s/f + o/s/f top shock mounts

Pass 26 Jun 2008 68,506 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 68,204 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 68,204 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 67,912 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil leak

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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MPF 126W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MPF 126W, 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 MPF 126W?

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What year was MPF 126W registered?

MPF 126W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 January 1981.

Is MPF 126W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPF 126W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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