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YLX 270X

1982 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,044 mi
Last recorded99,044 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLX 270X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 99,044 miles

temp repair on fuel filler pipe

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 23 Nov 2007 96,944 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear tyre slightly distorted

unable to check rear outer sill due to covers fitted

unable to rear metal brake pipes fully due to covered in undersill

Pass 29 Aug 2007 93,542 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 86,778 miles

brake hoses close to suspension

heavy underseal + sealant to welding

Fail 14 Sep 2006 86,749 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

a fuel pump mounting broken

filler to n/s door step-passed magnet test

filler to o/s centre outer sill-pass magnet test

slight play to both front top suspension mountings

slight play to pedal box

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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YLX 270X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YLX 270X, 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 YLX 270X registered?

YLX 270X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YLX 270X safe to buy?

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