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C279 HGJ

1985 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,862 mi
Last recorded43,862 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC279 HGJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 43,862 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 43,728 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 43,564 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 43,434 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 43,335 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 43,124 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 43,001 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 42,823 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 42,725 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 42,512 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 42,443 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 42,308 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 42,249 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 42,142 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 42,071 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 41,949 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2008 41,919 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 41,803 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 41,637 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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C279 HGJ is a 1985 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 C279 HGJ, 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 41 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 C279 HGJ?

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What year was C279 HGJ registered?

C279 HGJ is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 October 1985.

Is C279 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C279 HGJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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