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GGH 601X

1982 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,218 mi
Last recorded32,218 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGH 601X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2023 32,218 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 32,178 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 32,113 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 32,067 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 31,828 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,687 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 31,227 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GGH 601X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GGH 601X, 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 GGH 601X registered?

GGH 601X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 June 1982.

Is GGH 601X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGH 601X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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