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WWP 885V

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,883 mi
Last recorded63,883 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWP 885V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 63,883 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at the spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 63,813 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 63,688 miles

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 63,496 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 62,335 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 62,219 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 61,740 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 61,445 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 61,213 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 61,206 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 61,104 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 60,339 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 60,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 60,220 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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WWP 885V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 WWP 885V, 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 WWP 885V registered?

WWP 885V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 June 1980.

Is WWP 885V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWP 885V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WWP 885V have outstanding finance?

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