£16,000
1980 Ford Escort RS2000 Custom
United Kingdom • 29 Dec 2025 • Lot 1321
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1980 Ford Escort RS2000 Custom has been restored and well-maintained, with a rebuilt engine and comprehensive history file. The car features a bronze exterior, brown Recaro interior, and advisory-free MOT until April 2026, making it a usable classic.
Condition
7
Well-maintained, older restoration, minor wear.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
99,000 miles
SFE 842W
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Reserve loweredLarge history folderWell-maintained & servicedAn older restorationIn Bronze with brown Recaro interiorAdvisory free MOT to April 2026HPI clearFor more images click HEREA Properly Sorted Legend.
The Ford Escort RS2000 remains one of the defining fast Fords of its era.
Launched at the height of Britain’s love affair with rally-bred performance, the RS2000 offered speed, style, and usability in one irresistible package.
When cars like this are carefully restored and sympathetically kept, they transport us straight back to a golden age.Many lose their character along the way, but not this one.
With a superb body restoration, full mechanical overhaul and an interior that remains true to its factory form, this RS2000 Custom is the real deal.At a glanceA detailed and well-documented example that’s been cherished throughout its life.First registered 10th October 1980Current mileage just under 99k milesEngine and full mechanical rebuild at 91,315 milesComprehensive history fi...
Points of note
£1,350
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£33,285
Median Price (Since 2020)
£108,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 09 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
98,528 miles
Registration Date
1980-10-10
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 10 2025 with 98,528 miles
Passed
On Apr 26 2024 with 98,525 miles
Passed
On May 15 2023 with 97,938 miles
Passed
On Oct 01 2021 with 97,404 miles
Failed
On Sep 13 2021 with 97,403 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Major:
- Horn not working (7.7 (a))
- Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired full outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced valance (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis leg hold (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced valance detached (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired full sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all-over corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Nov 12 2019 with 97,290 miles
Passed
On Mar 01 2018 with 97,243 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Feb 22 2018 with 97,238 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Advisory:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Nov 21 2016 with 97,275 miles
Passed
On Nov 13 2015 with 97,245 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- floor and chassis areas showing signs of corrosion
- slight travel on footbrake
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