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SWR 330W

1981 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,748 mi
Last recorded39,748 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWR 330W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 39,748 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 39,325 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 39,142 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 38,968 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 38,853 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 38,833 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SWR 330W is a 1981 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SWR 330W, 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 SWR 330W?

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What year was SWR 330W registered?

SWR 330W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is SWR 330W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWR 330W shows 6 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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