MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,932 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak, but not excessive Leaking at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Oil leak, but not excessive Leaking at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
both rear sill ends corroded
Battery insecure
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Slight bind to O/S/F/Wheel.
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
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DPJ 207T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Beige with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 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 DPJ 207T, 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.
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What year was DPJ 207T registered?
DPJ 207T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 July 1979.
Is DPJ 207T safe to buy?
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