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D679 XSS

1987 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

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Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD679 XSS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026
Pass 5 Feb 2025
Pass 19 Feb 2024
Pass 24 May 2022
Pass 20 Apr 2016

no lights fitted at time of test (daytime use only)

Fail 14 May 2014

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2013 6 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 1 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 61,046 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,825 miles
Pass 15 May 2009
Pass 30 Nov 2006 68,895 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 68,888 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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D679 XSS is a 1987 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1987 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 D679 XSS, 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 39 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 D679 XSS registered?

D679 XSS is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D679 XSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D679 XSS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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