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COP 298V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,028 mi
Last recorded59,028 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOP 298V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 59,028 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 59,028 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 54,011 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 54,011 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 54,011 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 53,705 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 77,088 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 76,661 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 75,640 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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COP 298V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 COP 298V, 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 COP 298V registered?

COP 298V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 September 1979.

Is COP 298V safe to buy?

The MOT history for COP 298V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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