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XHG 808V

1980 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,821 mi
Last recorded92,821 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHG 808V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 92,821 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 91,881 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 91,881 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 90,493 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 89,406 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2018 89,357 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 89,357 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 89,293 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 89,173 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 88,758 miles

both rear tyres perrished

Fail 13 Feb 2014 88,758 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 19 Jul 2013 88,722 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 88,706 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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XHG 808V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XHG 808V, 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

How do I check the history of XHG 808V?

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What year was XHG 808V registered?

XHG 808V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 January 1980.

Is XHG 808V safe to buy?

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