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GRF 109T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,147 mi
Last recorded2,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRF 109T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2019 2,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 1,862 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 873 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 737 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 508 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering rack mounts

Pass 20 Apr 2007 98,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

engine oil leak

slight travel in foot brake not excessive & efficency etc ok

Pass 24 Apr 2006 95,250 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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GRF 109T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GRF 109T, 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 GRF 109T registered?

GRF 109T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is GRF 109T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRF 109T shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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