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PYC 555V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,095 mi
Last recorded83,095 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYC 555V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 83,095 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 81,950 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 80,679 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 80,464 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 80,222 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 79,209 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 70,544 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 70,544 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 79,502 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010
Pass 24 Apr 2009 78,589 miles

both front seats seem loose on runners but seem secure

Fail 23 Apr 2009 78,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

both front seats seem loose on runners but seem secure

Pass 16 Apr 2008 76,486 miles

slight play inosf wheel bearing

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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PYC 555V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 PYC 555V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PYC 555V registered?

PYC 555V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 May 1980.

Is PYC 555V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYC 555V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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