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DVN 210V

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,449 mi
Last recorded50,449 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVN 210V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 50,449 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 50,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 50,277 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 49,972 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 49,837 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 49,772 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 49,629 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 49,509 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 49,509 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 49,353 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 49,124 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

brake rubber antislip worn

Pass 10 May 2008 48,941 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 48,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 46,584 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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DVN 210V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DVN 210V, 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

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What year was DVN 210V registered?

DVN 210V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is DVN 210V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVN 210V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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