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GJA 118V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,514 mi
Last recorded80,514 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJA 118V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 80,514 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 80,172 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 79,820 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 79,424 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 79,279 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 78,923 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 78,160 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 77,497 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 76,555 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 76,550 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2017 75,893 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 75,322 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 74,855 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 74,223 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 73,875 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 73,693 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 73,693 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 72,678 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 72,646 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 72,646 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 72,214 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 72,214 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 71,806 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 71,288 miles

both front steering rack ends have slight play advise only

Fail 4 Sep 2007 71,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front steering rack ends have slight play advise only

Fail 5 Sep 2006 70,512 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in n/s steering rack arm. †slight engine oil leak. †battery light staying on

Pass 5 Sep 2006 70,512 miles

slight play in n/s steering rack arm. †slight engine oil leak. †battery light staying on

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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GJA 118V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GJA 118V, 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 GJA 118V registered?

GJA 118V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is GJA 118V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJA 118V shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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