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RLU 133W

1981 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,278 mi
Last recorded27,278 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLU 133W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 27,278 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 26,935 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 26,136 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 26,042 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 25,503 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 25,238 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 25,238 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 25,078 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 24,951 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 24,453 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 23,808 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 23,058 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 22,221 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 21,525 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2006 20,833 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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RLU 133W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RLU 133W, 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

How do I check the history of RLU 133W?

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What year was RLU 133W registered?

RLU 133W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 January 1981.

Is RLU 133W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLU 133W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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