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ODM 662V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,532 mi
Last recorded9,532 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODM 662V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 9,532 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 9,424 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 94,220 miles

chassis n/s and o/s getting weak at front

Pass 2 Jun 2015 9,402 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 9,402 miles

movement in front suspension

non stanard seat belts fitted

non standard brakes fitted

non standard suspension fitted

welding repairs to floor pan chassis and under body

welding repairs to o/s and n/s inner door sills

Pass 21 Dec 2012 9,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 9,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,902 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 99,021 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 9,892 miles

car converted to rally spec

Pass 9 Feb 2007 53,591 miles

car has been converted to rally spec

Fail 9 Feb 2007 53,591 miles

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

car has been converted to rally spec

Pass 10 Feb 2006 53,591 miles

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

car has been modified for rallying

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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ODM 662V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ODM 662V, 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 ODM 662V registered?

ODM 662V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 August 1979.

Is ODM 662V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODM 662V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODM 662V have outstanding finance?

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