MOT Status
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54,078 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FDV 313V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
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 FDV 313V, 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 FDV 313V?
You can check the full history of FDV 313V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FDV 313V registered?
FDV 313V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1979.
Is FDV 313V safe to buy?
The MOT history for FDV 313V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FDV 313V have outstanding finance?
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