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MCP 79T

1978 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,584 mi
Last recorded88,584 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCP 79T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2023 88,584 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 88,473 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 88,453 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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MCP 79T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 MCP 79T, 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 48 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 MCP 79T?

You can check the full history of MCP 79T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MCP 79T registered?

MCP 79T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is MCP 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCP 79T 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 MCP 79T have outstanding finance?

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