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RVM 621W

1981 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,713 mi
Last recorded50,713 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVM 621W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 50,713 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 50,460 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 50,090 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Offside Front slight noise noted from wheel bearing

all four tyre valves deteriorated

corrosion noted on underside, chassis and inner sills

Pass 8 Apr 2017 49,227 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 48,727 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 48,727 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,546 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,271 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 47,972 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 47,619 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 47,327 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 46,860 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 46,672 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 46,073 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 46,054 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 45,712 miles

choke cable rubbing on brake linkage.

Pass 22 Apr 2006 45,544 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 45,540 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive 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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RVM 621W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 RVM 621W, 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 RVM 621W?

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What year was RVM 621W registered?

RVM 621W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 June 1981.

Is RVM 621W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVM 621W shows 18 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.

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