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ERJ 948T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,833 mi
Last recorded6,833 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERJ 948T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 6,833 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 6,417 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 5,805 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 5,274 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 4,275 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 4,002 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 3,826 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 3,415 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 2,989 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 2,812 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 2,278 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 1,815 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 813 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 622 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 167 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 27 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 60,417 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 58,390 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 57,390 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 56,190 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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ERJ 948T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ERJ 948T, 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 ERJ 948T?

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What year was ERJ 948T registered?

ERJ 948T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is ERJ 948T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERJ 948T shows 20 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 ERJ 948T have outstanding finance?

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