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UMV 226X

1982 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,981 mi
Last recorded57,981 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMV 226X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 57,981 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 57,883 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 57,786 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 57,715 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 57,627 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 57,538 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 57,441 miles

LIGHT SCRATCHES IN ZONE A OF WINDSCREEN

Pass 23 Apr 2008 57,342 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 57,342 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 57,072 miles

N/S/F TYRE TREAD WORN VERY LOW,O/S/F ALSO WORN LOW

Pass 29 Apr 2006 56,740 miles

FRONT TYRE TREADS WEARING LOW

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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UMV 226X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 UMV 226X, 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 44 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 UMV 226X?

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What year was UMV 226X registered?

UMV 226X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 May 1982.

Is UMV 226X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMV 226X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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