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VMX 365X

1982 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,845 mi
Last recorded98,845 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 365X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2018 98,845 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 97,352 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 May 2015 95,854 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 95,272 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 93,656 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust corroded

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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VMX 365X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VMX 365X, 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 VMX 365X?

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What year was VMX 365X registered?

VMX 365X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is VMX 365X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 365X shows 5 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 VMX 365X have outstanding finance?

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