MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,329 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
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FNT 81V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 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 FNT 81V, 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.
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What year was FNT 81V registered?
FNT 81V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 December 1979.
Is FNT 81V safe to buy?
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