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FDG 230T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,558 mi
Last recorded65,558 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDG 230T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 65,558 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 65,373 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 65,077 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 64,766 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 64,766 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 64,278 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 63,923 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 63,325 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 62,632 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 62,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 61,904 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 61,904 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 60,998 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 59,910 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 57,158 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 54,961 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 53,949 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 53,949 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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FDG 230T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FDG 230T, 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 FDG 230T registered?

FDG 230T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 June 1979.

Is FDG 230T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDG 230T shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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