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RWW 758W

1981 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,601 mi
Last recorded8,601 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWW 758W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 8,601 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 8,515 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 7,701 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 5,798 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 4,001 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 2,277 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 59,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 58,555 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 56,584 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 2,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 2,305 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

coolant pipe in engine bay rubbing on metal clip

Fail 12 May 2010 2,305 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

coolant pipe in engine bay rubbing on metal clip

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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RWW 758W is a 1981 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RWW 758W, 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 RWW 758W registered?

RWW 758W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is RWW 758W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWW 758W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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