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UPR 311X

1982 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,096 mi
Last recorded58,096 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2010
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPR 311X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2010 58,096 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Aug 2010 58,096 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 57,659 miles

nsf brake flexi long !

nsf engine mount bolt missing.

Fail 27 Sep 2008 57,659 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nsf brake flexi long !

nsf engine mount bolt missing.

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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UPR 311X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPR 311X, 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

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What year was UPR 311X registered?

UPR 311X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 February 1982.

Is UPR 311X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPR 311X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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