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DWD 73T

1979 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,437 mi
Last recorded9,437 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWD 73T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 9,437 miles

Front front tyres cracking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 9,437 miles

Underside has general corrosion

Pass 11 Apr 2017 9,437 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 9,437 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2015 9,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DWD 73T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DWD 73T, 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 DWD 73T registered?

DWD 73T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is DWD 73T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWD 73T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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