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GHC 165X

1982 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,549 mi
Last recorded57,549 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHC 165X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2018 57,549 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 57,427 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 57,237 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 57,198 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 56,941 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 56,758 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 56,458 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 56,107 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 55,361 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 55,358 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 55,030 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 54,554 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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GHC 165X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GHC 165X, 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 GHC 165X registered?

GHC 165X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 May 1982.

Is GHC 165X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHC 165X shows 12 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 GHC 165X have outstanding finance?

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