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CDC 45T

1979 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,184 mi
Last recorded38,184 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDC 45T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 38,184 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 36,101 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 33,504 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,244 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 29,160 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,666 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 24,473 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,136 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,488 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 20,460 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 18,100 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 14,868 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 12,932 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,628 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 9,947 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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CDC 45T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CDC 45T, 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 CDC 45T registered?

CDC 45T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 April 1979.

Is CDC 45T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDC 45T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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