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REW 493X

1981 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,117 mi
Last recorded77,117 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2012
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREW 493X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2012 77,117 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 77,017 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front discs worn

n/s rear panad rod mount corroded

o/s front outer sill corrodeing

rear axle oil leake

Pass 8 Oct 2010 77,017 miles

front discs worn

n/s rear panad rod mount corroded

o/s front outer sill corrodeing

rear axle oil leake

Pass 2 Oct 2009 77,017 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 77,017 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 77,017 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 95,544 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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REW 493X is a 1981 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 REW 493X, 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

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What year was REW 493X registered?

REW 493X is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is REW 493X safe to buy?

The MOT history for REW 493X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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