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FAL 377V

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,040 mi
Last recorded59,040 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAL 377V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 59,040 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 59,040 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 59,020 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 59,020 miles

Front Lower Steering component casing not properly attached CLUTCH CABLE INSICURE CHAFFING ON LOWER STEERING COLOUMN COUPLING . (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 58,984 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 58,960 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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FAL 377V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FAL 377V, 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 FAL 377V?

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What year was FAL 377V registered?

FAL 377V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is FAL 377V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAL 377V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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