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PTO 641W

1981 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 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

RegistrationPTO 641W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024
Pass 30 Aug 2018
Pass 15 Aug 2017 54,214 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 54,011 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 54,956 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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PTO 641W is a 1981 Ford Escort in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 PTO 641W, 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 PTO 641W?

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What year was PTO 641W registered?

PTO 641W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PTO 641W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTO 641W shows 6 tests 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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