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VEJ 61V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,105 mi
Last recorded32,105 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEJ 61V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 32,105 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 32,083 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear plates show incorrect font (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 May 2018 31,225 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 30,739 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 29,657 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 29,266 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 29,266 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 29,140 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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VEJ 61V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VEJ 61V, 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 VEJ 61V?

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What year was VEJ 61V registered?

VEJ 61V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 August 1979.

Is VEJ 61V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEJ 61V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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