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FNG 642T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,289 mi
Last recorded5,289 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNG 642T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,289 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 5,318 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 4,665 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 3,861 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 3,675 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,663 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 3,288 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 1,912 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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FNG 642T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FNG 642T, 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 FNG 642T registered?

FNG 642T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is FNG 642T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNG 642T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FNG 642T have outstanding finance?

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