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SUD 350T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,479 mi
Last recorded5,479 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUD 350T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 5,479 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 3,661 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 2,303 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 445 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 99,979 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 99,605 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 98,209 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 97,564 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 96,816 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 96,816 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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SUD 350T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SUD 350T, 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 SUD 350T?

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What year was SUD 350T registered?

SUD 350T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is SUD 350T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUD 350T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUD 350T have outstanding finance?

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