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ECD 227V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,914 mi
Last recorded94,914 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECD 227V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 94,914 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 94,800 miles

rear seats removed

Pass 30 Aug 2017 94,772 miles

EXHAUST SLIGHT LEAK OF GASSES

REAR SEATS REMOVED

Pass 26 Aug 2016 94,752 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

no rear seats fitted

Fail 26 Aug 2016 94,752 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

no rear seats fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 94,653 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 94,487 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 93,619 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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ECD 227V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ECD 227V, 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 ECD 227V registered?

ECD 227V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 August 1979.

Is ECD 227V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECD 227V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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