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ETM 55T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,712 mi
Last recorded89,712 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETM 55T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 89,712 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 89,702 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 89,605 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 89,502 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 89,368 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 89,276 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 89,223 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 88,682 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 88,467 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 87,909 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 86,981 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 86,981 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 84,682 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 84,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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ETM 55T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ETM 55T, 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 ETM 55T?

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What year was ETM 55T registered?

ETM 55T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 March 1979.

Is ETM 55T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETM 55T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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