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TJN 302W

1981 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,696 mi
Last recorded66,696 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJN 302W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2024 66,696 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 66,517 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 66,127 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 65,805 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 65,411 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 65,807 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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TJN 302W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TJN 302W, 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 TJN 302W registered?

TJN 302W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 February 1981.

Is TJN 302W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJN 302W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TJN 302W have outstanding finance?

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