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FEA 706T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,153 mi
Last recorded59,153 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEA 706T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 59,153 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 59,153 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 59,153 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 59,193 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 59,163 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 59,153 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 58,029 miles

Bolts insecure and missing from front bumper mounting brackets

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 58,028 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Bolts insecure and missing from front bumper mounting brackets

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 55,551 miles

n/s outer sill weak

slight oil leak o/s/r s/absorber

Pass 2 Apr 2007 54,949 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 54,105 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 54,105 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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FEA 706T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FEA 706T, 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 FEA 706T registered?

FEA 706T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is FEA 706T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEA 706T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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