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UUB 949W

1981 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,217 mi
Last recorded40,217 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUB 949W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2020 40,217 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 40,169 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 38,786 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 36,547 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 34,258 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 72,475 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 72,413 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 77,256 miles

front inner sills heavy surface corrosion

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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UUB 949W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 UUB 949W, 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 UUB 949W registered?

UUB 949W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 May 1981.

Is UUB 949W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUB 949W shows 8 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 UUB 949W have outstanding finance?

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