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YSH 281W

1980 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,998 mi
Last recorded44,998 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSH 281W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2019 44,998 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 44,998 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 44,998 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 44,998 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 44,998 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 44,998 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 44,998 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 44,998 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 44,998 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 44,998 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 44,998 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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YSH 281W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YSH 281W, 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 YSH 281W?

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What year was YSH 281W registered?

YSH 281W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 September 1980.

Is YSH 281W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSH 281W shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSH 281W have outstanding finance?

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