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rally car - modified - no rear seats or belts fitted
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
rally car - no rear seats or belts. front seats fixed mountings
rally car - no rear seats or belts
rally car - no rear belts or seats
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GRB 81V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 GRB 81V, 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 GRB 81V?
You can check the full history of GRB 81V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was GRB 81V registered?
GRB 81V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1979.
Is GRB 81V safe to buy?
The MOT history for GRB 81V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does GRB 81V have outstanding finance?
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