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XLG 799R

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

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Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLG 799R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025

historic vehicle

Pass 13 Sep 2024 73,643 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 73,643 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 73,643 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 73,901 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 73,900 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 73,643 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 73,643 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 73,643 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 73,871 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 73,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 73,643 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 73,643 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 87,643 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 87,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 59,741 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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XLG 799R is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XLG 799R, 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 XLG 799R?

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What year was XLG 799R registered?

XLG 799R is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 August 1980.

Is XLG 799R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLG 799R shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLG 799R have outstanding finance?

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