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GEV 759T

1979 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,544 mi
Last recorded57,544 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEV 759T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 May 2019 57,544 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 47,436 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 47,219 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,300 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 45,880 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 44,836 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 52,218 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 40,067 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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GEV 759T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GEV 759T, 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 GEV 759T?

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What year was GEV 759T registered?

GEV 759T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 May 1979.

Is GEV 759T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEV 759T shows 8 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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