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FPF 459V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPF 459V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026
Pass 25 Oct 2024

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023
Pass 21 Oct 2022

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 90,170 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 90,170 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,170 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 89,961 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 35,179 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 38,371 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2007 38,371 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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FPF 459V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FPF 459V, 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 FPF 459V registered?

FPF 459V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is FPF 459V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPF 459V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPF 459V have outstanding finance?

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