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PWT 992W

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,165 mi
Last recorded14,165 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWT 992W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,165 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 14,034 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,280 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 13,677 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corrosion on many areas,front chassis,sills,inner wings,however not excessive.

would advise inspection /overhaul of braking system

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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PWT 992W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 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 PWT 992W, 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 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PWT 992W registered?

PWT 992W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is PWT 992W safe to buy?

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