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RFX 545W

1981 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFX 545W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 2 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 59,107 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

slight bind on front nearside brake

Fail 23 Mar 2017 59,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

slight bind on front nearside brake

Pass 28 Jun 2016 59,068 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 58,715 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 58,669 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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RFX 545W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RFX 545W, 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 RFX 545W registered?

RFX 545W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFX 545W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFX 545W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFX 545W have outstanding finance?

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