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AMV 729T

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,573 mi
Last recorded4,573 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMV 729T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 4,573 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 4,527 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 4,501 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 4,478 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 4,396 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 4,305 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 4,120 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 4,076 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 3,994 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 3,793 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 3,793 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 3,488 miles

Front tyre sidewalls perishing

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 3,213 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 2,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres starting to perish on inner sidewall

both front brakes binding on slightly

Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

all tyres starting to perish on inner sidewall

both front brakes binding on slightly

Pass 3 Jun 2006 2,504 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres inner sidewalls starting to perish

slight bind on both front brakes

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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AMV 729T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 AMV 729T, 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 48 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 AMV 729T registered?

AMV 729T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 September 1978.

Is AMV 729T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMV 729T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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