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DNU 18T

1979 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNU 18T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026
Pass 11 Aug 2025
Pass 1 Jun 2021
Pass 23 Jan 2020
Pass 16 Jan 2019
Pass 12 Jan 2018
Pass 17 Nov 2016
Pass 19 Nov 2015
Pass 20 Nov 2014
Fail 25 Nov 2013

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013
Pass 28 Nov 2012
Pass 9 Feb 2006 80,004 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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DNU 18T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DNU 18T, 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 DNU 18T?

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What year was DNU 18T registered?

DNU 18T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is DNU 18T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNU 18T 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 DNU 18T have outstanding finance?

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