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CLV 362X

1982 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,332 mi
Last recorded81,332 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLV 362X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 81,332 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

non standard suspension fitted front and rear

Pass 3 Jun 2016 80,935 miles

nearside front tyre wearing edges

nearside rear wheel bearing slight freeplay

offside rear wheel bearing slight freeplay and slight roughness

Pass 10 Apr 2015 80,115 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

non standard suspension fitted front and rear

Fail 6 Aug 2012 95,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

none standard exhaust fitted

none standard suspension fitted

none standard wheels and tyres fitted

slight noise on nearside front wheelbearing

Pass 6 Aug 2012 95,754 miles

none standard exhaust fitted

none standard suspension fitted

none standard wheels and tyres fitted

slight noise on nearside front wheelbearing

Pass 2 Dec 2008 93,503 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 93,095 miles

petrol smell under bonnet but no visible leaks

rear brake flexi ends corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2007 93,092 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

petrol smell under bonnet but no visible leaks

rear brake flexi ends corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2006 92,360 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2005 91,294 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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CLV 362X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 CLV 362X, 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 CLV 362X registered?

CLV 362X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is CLV 362X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLV 362X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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