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DGY 724T

1978 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,595 mi
Last recorded80,595 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGY 724T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 80,595 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 78,164 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 77,151 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 79,526 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 79,102 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 74,242 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 77,376 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 72,704 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 72,392 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 71,887 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 71,400 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 71,371 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 71,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DGY 724T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 DGY 724T, 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 48 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 DGY 724T?

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What year was DGY 724T registered?

DGY 724T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DGY 724T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGY 724T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGY 724T have outstanding finance?

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