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SAS 319T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

97,221 mi
Last recorded97,221 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAS 319T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 97,221 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 96,187 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 94,487 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 93,390 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 92,449 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 91,716 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 91,491 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 90,600 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 89,581 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 88,301 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 87,435 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 86,685 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 85,687 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 85,687 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 84,805 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside front bearing has slight noise but not rough when rotated

Pass 11 Oct 2012 84,805 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside front bearing has slight noise but not rough when rotated

Pass 2 Nov 2011 83,976 miles

L/S/D Fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2010 82,932 miles

l/s/d fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2009 81,816 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 80,157 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2008 80,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2007 79,521 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 78,148 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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SAS 319T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 SAS 319T, 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 SAS 319T?

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What year was SAS 319T registered?

SAS 319T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is SAS 319T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAS 319T shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAS 319T have outstanding finance?

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