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HLN 681V

1979 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,487 mi
Last recorded70,487 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLN 681V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2022 70,487 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 70,488 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 70,331 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 70,167 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 70,005 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 69,784 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 69,310 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 69,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 67,714 miles

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.

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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HLN 681V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HLN 681V, 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 HLN 681V?

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What year was HLN 681V registered?

HLN 681V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 August 1979.

Is HLN 681V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLN 681V shows 9 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 HLN 681V have outstanding finance?

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