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HGN 143T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,210 mi
Last recorded39,210 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGN 143T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 39,210 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 39,153 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 39,106 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 39,034 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 38,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 38,850 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 38,759 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 38,558 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 38,399 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 37,186 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 37,299 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 35,731 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,139 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 34,227 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 34,148 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

surface rust at floorpan and and chassis rails

Pass 15 Aug 2006 34,148 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

surface rust at floorpan and and chassis rails

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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HGN 143T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 HGN 143T, 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 HGN 143T registered?

HGN 143T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 March 1979.

Is HGN 143T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGN 143T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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