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CHK 130X

1982 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,460 mi
Last recorded23,460 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHK 130X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 23,460 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 23,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 23,177 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 22,936 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,826 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 22,493 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 22,380 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 22,168 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 21,888 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 21,731 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 21,540 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 21,229 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 21,229 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 21,105 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 20,872 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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CHK 130X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CHK 130X, 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 CHK 130X registered?

CHK 130X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 April 1982.

Is CHK 130X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHK 130X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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