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UEO 943T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,192 mi
Last recorded70,192 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEO 943T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 70,192 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 70,043 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 69,980 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 69,939 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 69,215 miles

slight play in o/s and n/s rack ends

Fail 9 Jul 2011 69,212 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

slight play in o/s and n/s rack ends

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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UEO 943T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UEO 943T, 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 UEO 943T?

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What year was UEO 943T registered?

UEO 943T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is UEO 943T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEO 943T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEO 943T have outstanding finance?

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