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ABL 5T

1979 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,523 mi
Last recorded24,523 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABL 5T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 24,523 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 23,862 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 22,332 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 19,935 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 18,391 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 18,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 16,777 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 14,208 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 14,113 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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ABL 5T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ABL 5T, 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

How do I check the history of ABL 5T?

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What year was ABL 5T registered?

ABL 5T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is ABL 5T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABL 5T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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