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DTV 12T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,205 mi
Last recorded62,205 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTV 12T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 62,205 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 62,205 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 61,706 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 61,577 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 61,447 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 61,447 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 60,942 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,612 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 60,111 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 58,802 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 57,911 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 57,028 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 56,064 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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DTV 12T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DTV 12T, 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 DTV 12T?

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What year was DTV 12T registered?

DTV 12T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is DTV 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTV 12T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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