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GNX 463T

1979 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,875 mi
Last recorded51,875 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNX 463T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 51,875 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 50,339 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 44,559 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 39,204 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,181 miles

nearside front wiper blade starting to smear

offside front wiper blade starting to smear

slight play nearside front steering rack

Pass 26 Jul 2010 39,015 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 38,385 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 38,385 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 37,015 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 32,752 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 32,752 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

oil leaking from fuel pump

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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GNX 463T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GNX 463T, 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 GNX 463T?

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What year was GNX 463T registered?

GNX 463T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is GNX 463T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNX 463T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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