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WST 720V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWST 720V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023
Pass 27 Apr 2022
Pass 21 Apr 2021
Pass 6 Mar 2020
Pass 23 Feb 2019
Pass 6 Apr 2017
Pass 14 Apr 2016
Fail 5 Mar 2015

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015
Pass 1 Mar 2014

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 Aug 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011
Pass 11 Aug 2010
Pass 11 Aug 2009
Fail 11 Aug 2009

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Jul 2008
Pass 16 Jul 2007 25 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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WST 720V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 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 WST 720V, 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 46 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 WST 720V registered?

WST 720V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 January 1980.

Is WST 720V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WST 720V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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