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XPT 636V

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,661 mi
Last recorded74,661 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPT 636V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2020 74,661 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 74,619 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 74,619 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 74,495 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 74,373 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 74,040 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 74,040 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 74,025 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 72,978 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2010 72,083 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2009 67,273 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 63,349 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 63,016 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 61,909 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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XPT 636V is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XPT 636V, 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 XPT 636V?

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What year was XPT 636V registered?

XPT 636V is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 June 1980.

Is XPT 636V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPT 636V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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