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GFM 681T

1978 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,312 mi
Last recorded2,312 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFM 681T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 2,312 miles

Presented as a Rally Car

Pass 25 Jul 2024 2,301 miles

Presented As A Rally Car

Pass 24 Nov 2022 2,271 miles

vehicle presented as a rally car

Pass 24 Feb 2021

Vehicle presented as a rally car

Pass 14 Feb 2020
Pass 30 Aug 2018

Vehicle presented as a rally car

Pass 29 Aug 2018 1,720 miles

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 4 Jul 2017
Pass 28 Apr 2016

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 29 Apr 2015

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 17 Apr 2014
Pass 28 Nov 2012
Pass 30 Jun 2011
Pass 25 Mar 2010
Pass 26 Sep 2008
Pass 14 Aug 2007

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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GFM 681T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 GFM 681T, 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 48 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 GFM 681T?

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What year was GFM 681T registered?

GFM 681T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is GFM 681T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFM 681T shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFM 681T have outstanding finance?

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