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JVW 367V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,499 mi
Last recorded8,499 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
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

RegistrationJVW 367V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2016 8,499 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 8,492 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 8,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

gear box oil leak

scrutineering pads fitted

slight play in rear near side whhel bearing

this vehicle has been modified to rally specifications

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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JVW 367V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 JVW 367V, 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 JVW 367V registered?

JVW 367V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 August 1979.

Is JVW 367V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVW 367V shows 3 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 JVW 367V have outstanding finance?

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