MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,350 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
non standard seat belts fitted front
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
slight rust to rear brake pipes,slight play to o/s/f inner steering arm joint
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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FEF 258V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 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 FEF 258V, 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 FEF 258V?
You can check the full history of FEF 258V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FEF 258V registered?
FEF 258V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 December 1979.
Is FEF 258V safe to buy?
The MOT history for FEF 258V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FEF 258V have outstanding finance?
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