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RGH 891V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,092 mi
Last recorded24,092 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGH 891V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 24,092 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 23,939 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 23,891 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 23,685 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 23,558 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 22,838 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 22,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,490 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,220 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 21,982 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 21,741 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 21,439 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 21,098 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,747 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 20,395 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 20,395 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2006 20,042 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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RGH 891V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RGH 891V, 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

How do I check the history of RGH 891V?

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What year was RGH 891V registered?

RGH 891V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 May 1980.

Is RGH 891V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGH 891V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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