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TBW 107T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,227 mi
Last recorded87,227 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBW 107T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 87,227 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 87,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 86,746 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 86,414 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 86,345 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 86,066 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 85,963 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 85,947 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 85,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 85,227 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 84,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 84,719 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 84,227 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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TBW 107T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black 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 TBW 107T, 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 TBW 107T?

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What year was TBW 107T registered?

TBW 107T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 April 1979.

Is TBW 107T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBW 107T 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.

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