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YUY 228W

1980 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,320 mi
Last recorded70,320 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUY 228W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 70,320 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 70,320 miles

corrosion starting in osf chassis rail.

corrosion starting in osr chassis rail

Pass 15 Aug 2020 70,320 miles

corrosion starting in osf chassis rail by front cross member mount

Pass 21 Aug 2019 70,319 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 70,320 miles

corrosion starting in os outer sill / wheel arch

Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,320 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 70,319 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion starting in osr chassis rail

slight noise in nsr wheel bearing

Pass 28 Apr 2014 70,319 miles

corrosion starting in osr chassis rail

slight noise in nsr wheel bearing

Pass 19 Apr 2013 70,320 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 70,320 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 70,320 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 70,320 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 70,319 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 70,319 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 70,319 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 63,343 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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YUY 228W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YUY 228W, 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 YUY 228W registered?

YUY 228W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is YUY 228W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUY 228W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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