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AGL 487T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,618 mi
Last recorded23,618 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGL 487T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2018 23,618 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 23,476 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 23,334 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 23,198 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 23,126 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 23,082 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 23,028 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 23,000 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 22,989 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 22,944 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 22,902 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,809 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 22,742 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 22,730 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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AGL 487T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AGL 487T, 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 AGL 487T?

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What year was AGL 487T registered?

AGL 487T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is AGL 487T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGL 487T shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AGL 487T have outstanding finance?

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