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ORC 979P

1975 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29 mi
Last recorded29 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORC 979P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 May 2019 29 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 65,377 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 65,195 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 64,736 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 63,609 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 62,294 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 61,033 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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ORC 979P is a 1975 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,389 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 ORC 979P, 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 51 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 ORC 979P?

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What year was ORC 979P registered?

ORC 979P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is ORC 979P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORC 979P shows 7 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 ORC 979P have outstanding finance?

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