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SDX 390W

1981 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,657 mi
Last recorded14,657 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDX 390W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,657 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 14,305 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,018 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 26,893 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,980 miles

gearbox mount not very substantial

rear diff oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2007 22,640 miles

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

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

nearside inner and outer sills have been repaired and undersealed

Fail 26 Mar 2007 22,514 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 17,385 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 17,385 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear wheel arches corroded

slight play in steering rack

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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SDX 390W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SDX 390W, 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.

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What year was SDX 390W registered?

SDX 390W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is SDX 390W safe to buy?

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