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GKL 346V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKL 346V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2019
Pass 16 Jul 2018
Pass 12 Jul 2017
Pass 27 May 2016 40,138 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 40,136 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 40,136 miles

both front brakes binding

Fail 29 Jul 2014 40,136 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front brakes binding

Pass 29 Sep 2012 40,136 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 40,136 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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GKL 346V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GKL 346V, 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 GKL 346V?

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What year was GKL 346V registered?

GKL 346V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is GKL 346V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKL 346V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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