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XWP 794W

1980 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

58,169 mi
Last recorded58,169 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWP 794W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 58,169 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 58,169 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 58,169 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 58,169 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 58,169 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 58,169 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 58,169 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 58,169 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 58,169 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,169 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 58,169 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 58,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 58,169 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 58,169 miles

non standard exhaust fitted louder than normal

Pass 23 Mar 2010 58,169 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 58,169 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 76,180 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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XWP 794W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XWP 794W, 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 XWP 794W?

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What year was XWP 794W registered?

XWP 794W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is XWP 794W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWP 794W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWP 794W have outstanding finance?

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