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YSC 991W

1980 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,473 mi
Last recorded86,473 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSC 991W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 86,473 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 86,387 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 86,151 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 85,813 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 85,474 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 85,314 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 84,951 miles

all tires starting to perrish

Pass 15 Aug 2009 84,339 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 83,682 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 82,337 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 82,337 miles

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

Nearside Brake rod reduced in thickness more than 1/3rd by chaffing (3.5.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/f seat back security

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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YSC 991W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YSC 991W, 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

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What year was YSC 991W registered?

YSC 991W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 September 1980.

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The MOT history for YSC 991W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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