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RMX 444X

1981 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,857 mi
Last recorded22,857 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMX 444X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 22,857 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 22,816 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 22,764 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 22,482 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 22,025 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 21,758 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,721 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 61,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 21,715 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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RMX 444X is a 1981 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RMX 444X, 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 RMX 444X registered?

RMX 444X is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 September 1981.

Is RMX 444X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMX 444X shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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