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HEC 982T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,382 mi
Last recorded59,382 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEC 982T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 59,382 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 58,935 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 58,659 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 58,518 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 57,933 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 57,808 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 57,497 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 57,280 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 57,120 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 56,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 56,400 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 55,550 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 55,129 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 54,761 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 54,404 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 53,569 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 52,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 52,418 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 51,780 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 51,397 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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HEC 982T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HEC 982T, 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 HEC 982T?

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What year was HEC 982T registered?

HEC 982T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1979.

Is HEC 982T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEC 982T shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEC 982T have outstanding finance?

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