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CPR 28T

1979 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,739 mi
Last recorded75,739 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPR 28T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 75,739 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 74,758 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 73,860 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 72,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 72,627 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 72,598 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 72,484 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 71,937 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 71,058 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 69,728 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 69,725 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 69,721 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 69,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 69,650 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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CPR 28T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CPR 28T, 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 CPR 28T?

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What year was CPR 28T registered?

CPR 28T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is CPR 28T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPR 28T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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