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HUI 870

1979 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,181 mi
Last recorded4,181 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 870
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 4,181 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 3,787 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 3,562 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 2,555 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 1,341 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 9 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 993 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 98,744 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 993 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 732 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 99,555 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 98,321 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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HUI 870 is a 1979 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HUI 870, 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 HUI 870?

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What year was HUI 870 registered?

HUI 870 is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HUI 870 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 870 shows 12 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 HUI 870 have outstanding finance?

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