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WNF 590X

1982 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,008 mi
Last recorded96,008 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNF 590X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 96,008 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 95,106 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2024 95,106 miles

Central Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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WNF 590X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WNF 590X, 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 WNF 590X registered?

WNF 590X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 1982.

Is WNF 590X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNF 590X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WNF 590X have outstanding finance?

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