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RNH 306V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNH 306V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024
Pass 16 Sep 2023
Pass 9 Jul 2022
Pass 3 Jul 2021
Pass 23 Jan 2019
Pass 8 Feb 2018
Pass 14 Jan 2017
Pass 24 Apr 2015
Pass 23 Apr 2014
Pass 9 Apr 2013
Pass 6 Apr 2012 9,031 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 9,058 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 109,801 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 9,031 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 9,031 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Jun 2007 109,731 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 109,731 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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RNH 306V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RNH 306V, 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 RNH 306V?

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What year was RNH 306V registered?

RNH 306V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 June 1980.

Is RNH 306V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNH 306V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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