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MYB 128V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,000 mi
Last recorded1,000 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
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

RegistrationMYB 128V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 1,000 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel bearing has slight play FRONTSO/S N/S (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 1,000 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play FRONTSO/S N/S (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 1,000 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 1,000 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 1,009 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 1,006 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 1,001 miles

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

no rear seat fitted

Pass 21 May 2015 1,000 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,917 miles
Pass 24 May 2013
Pass 10 Apr 2012 25,801 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 25,386 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,270 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,945 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,681 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 24,330 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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MYB 128V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MYB 128V, 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 MYB 128V registered?

MYB 128V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 October 1979.

Is MYB 128V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYB 128V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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