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AAF 615T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,116 mi
Last recorded97,116 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAF 615T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 97,116 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 97,107 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 95,741 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 94,859 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 94,049 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 93,325 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 92,659 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 92,269 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 91,960 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 91,380 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 91,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 90,537 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 89,960 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 88,940 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 87,772 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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AAF 615T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1979 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 49,279 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 AAF 615T, 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 47 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 AAF 615T registered?

AAF 615T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is AAF 615T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAF 615T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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