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FDH 15T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,125 mi
Last recorded4,125 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDH 15T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 4,125 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 3,929 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 3,805 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Mar 2016 3,569 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 3,206 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 2,606 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 1,951 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 1,442 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 1,406 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate loose

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside rear park brake cable retaining pin locking clip/pin missing

Pass 7 Jul 2007

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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FDH 15T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FDH 15T, 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 FDH 15T?

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What year was FDH 15T registered?

FDH 15T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 April 1979.

Is FDH 15T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDH 15T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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