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HAD 362V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,792 mi
Last recorded91,792 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAD 362V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 91,792 miles

heavily under sealed

Pass 17 Apr 2013 91,764 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 91,725 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 91,722 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 91,720 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

SLIGHT PLAY DETECTED IN STEERING RACK

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 91,720 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Slight play in both front steering arms

Pass 13 May 2006 91,720 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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HAD 362V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HAD 362V, 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 HAD 362V registered?

HAD 362V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is HAD 362V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAD 362V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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