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XEH 552X

1982 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,449 mi
Last recorded84,449 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEH 552X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 84,449 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 71,617 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 39,759 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 39,759 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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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XEH 552X is a 1982 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XEH 552X, 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 XEH 552X registered?

XEH 552X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 April 1982.

Is XEH 552X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEH 552X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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