MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,296 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
brake pedel travel long but does not reach the floor an efficiancy good
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UWK 231X is a 1981 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 UWK 231X, 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 UWK 231X?
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What year was UWK 231X registered?
UWK 231X is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 August 1981.
Is UWK 231X safe to buy?
The MOT history for UWK 231X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UWK 231X have outstanding finance?
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