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DRY 656T

1979 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRY 656T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020
Pass 28 Feb 2019
Pass 20 Feb 2018
Pass 16 Jun 2015

vehicle presented for as a rally car

Pass 6 Feb 2014

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 15 Jan 2013
Pass 2 Nov 2011
Fail 13 Aug 2010

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010

Oil leak

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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DRY 656T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DRY 656T, 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 DRY 656T?

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What year was DRY 656T registered?

DRY 656T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 May 1979.

Is DRY 656T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRY 656T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRY 656T have outstanding finance?

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