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AFX 558T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFX 558T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2017

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure bolts loose (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure track control arm loose bolt (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure bolts loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust clamp missing (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in osf tca inner bush

Pass 20 Aug 2015 63,458 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 61,294 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 62,125 miles
Pass 30 May 2013
Pass 17 Feb 2012
Pass 8 Jan 2007 60,064 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 60,064 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

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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AFX 558T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AFX 558T, 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 AFX 558T registered?

AFX 558T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 January 1979.

Is AFX 558T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFX 558T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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