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CGU 718T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,675 mi
Last recorded11,675 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGU 718T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 11,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 3,671 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 1,675 miles

idle speed a bit lumpy

Pass 5 Jul 2016 1,289 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 1,096 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 8 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 7 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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CGU 718T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CGU 718T, 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 CGU 718T?

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What year was CGU 718T registered?

CGU 718T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 February 1979.

Is CGU 718T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGU 718T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CGU 718T have outstanding finance?

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