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ADT 876T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,653 mi
Last recorded10,653 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADT 876T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 10,653 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 10,653 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 9,453 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 9,180 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 8,752 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 8,083 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 73,200 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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ADT 876T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ADT 876T, 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 ADT 876T?

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What year was ADT 876T registered?

ADT 876T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is ADT 876T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADT 876T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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