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DCF 69V

1979 Ford Escort

Bronze Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,383 mi
Last recorded96,383 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCF 69V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 96,383 miles

Parking brake required effort only just met

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Jun 2025 96,381 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing/turret area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake required effort only just met

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Nov 2006 85,986 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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DCF 69V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Bronze with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DCF 69V, 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 DCF 69V registered?

DCF 69V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is DCF 69V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCF 69V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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