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VWC 25W

1981 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,199 mi
Last recorded88,199 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWC 25W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 88,199 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 88,192 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 88,191 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 88,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 88,187 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 88,185 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 88,182 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 88,182 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 88,169 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 87,995 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 87,751 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 87,141 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 87,141 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 87,018 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 86,994 miles

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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VWC 25W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VWC 25W, 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 VWC 25W registered?

VWC 25W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 April 1981.

Is VWC 25W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWC 25W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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