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CAY 715T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,252 mi
Last recorded91,252 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAY 715T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2024 91,252 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 88,533 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 85,160 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 82,788 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 82,733 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 81,326 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 91,662 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 88,976 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 85,477 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 83,363 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 81,485 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 79,927 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2009 78,367 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2008 76,380 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 73,909 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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CAY 715T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 CAY 715T, 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 CAY 715T?

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What year was CAY 715T registered?

CAY 715T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is CAY 715T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAY 715T shows 15 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 CAY 715T have outstanding finance?

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