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FGY 22V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,921 mi
Last recorded8,921 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGY 22V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2024 8,921 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 7,794 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 6,018 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 2,365 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 1,502 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 13,736 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 13,510 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 11,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2014 9,081 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,583 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 5,852 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 3,167 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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FGY 22V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FGY 22V, 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 FGY 22V?

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What year was FGY 22V registered?

FGY 22V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 October 1979.

Is FGY 22V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGY 22V shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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