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LHK 20V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,548 mi
Last recorded70,548 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHK 20V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 70,548 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 70,476 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 70,475 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 70,324 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 70,166 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 70,018 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 69,923 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 69,847 miles

both rear spring hanger bushes perishing

exhaust rubbers perishing

Pass 30 Aug 2011 69,728 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)

Propshaft centre bearing cushion is worn.

Rubber exhaust hangers are perished.

Pass 9 Sep 2010 69,632 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

exhaust mounts perrished

Pass 24 Sep 2009 69,498 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 69,298 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 69,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 69,232 miles

o/s front brake slightly binding

Pass 22 Sep 2006 69,144 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Propshaft component defective

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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LHK 20V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LHK 20V, 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 LHK 20V registered?

LHK 20V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is LHK 20V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHK 20V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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