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OEC 899V

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,245 mi
Last recorded43,245 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEC 899V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 43,245 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 42,928 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 42,575 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 42,192 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 41,800 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 41,330 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 40,925 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 40,298 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 39,930 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 39,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 38,832 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 38,464 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 37,711 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 37,301 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 36,872 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 364,005 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 364,005 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 35,983 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 35,488 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 34,727 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 34,069 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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OEC 899V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 OEC 899V, 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

How do I check the history of OEC 899V?

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What year was OEC 899V registered?

OEC 899V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 September 1979.

Is OEC 899V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEC 899V shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEC 899V have outstanding finance?

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