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FRH 634T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,592 mi
Last recorded43,592 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRH 634T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 43,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 43,567 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 43,565 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 43,560 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 43,551 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 43,541 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 43,509 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 43,495 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 43,485 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 43,266 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 42,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 42,246 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,987 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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FRH 634T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FRH 634T, 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 FRH 634T?

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What year was FRH 634T registered?

FRH 634T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 May 1979.

Is FRH 634T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRH 634T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRH 634T have outstanding finance?

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