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DTO 921T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,907 mi
Last recorded29,907 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTO 921T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2019 29,907 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 29,403 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 28,523 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 27,700 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 26,819 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 26,289 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 25,803 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 25,718 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 25,463 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 25,002 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,496 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 24,219 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 24,026 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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DTO 921T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DTO 921T, 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 DTO 921T?

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What year was DTO 921T registered?

DTO 921T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 June 1979.

Is DTO 921T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTO 921T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTO 921T have outstanding finance?

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