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FGC 793T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,959 mi
Last recorded66,959 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGC 793T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 66,959 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 66,325 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 65,938 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2014 65,078 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 64,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 63,757 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 62,940 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 62,940 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,202 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 61,178 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 61,144 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 60,395 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 60,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 59,323 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 58,730 miles

Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2006 58,730 miles

oil leak

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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FGC 793T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 FGC 793T, 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 48 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 FGC 793T?

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What year was FGC 793T registered?

FGC 793T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 September 1978.

Is FGC 793T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGC 793T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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