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FEV 103T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,109 mi
Last recorded61,109 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 103T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 61,109 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 60,769 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 60,651 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 60,487 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 60,443 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 60,443 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 59,463 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 59,169 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 59,169 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 58,742 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 58,582 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 58,266 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 58,629 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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FEV 103T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FEV 103T, 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 FEV 103T?

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What year was FEV 103T registered?

FEV 103T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 March 1979.

Is FEV 103T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 103T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FEV 103T have outstanding finance?

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