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VFR 315V

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFR 315V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025
Pass 29 Jun 2024
Pass 22 Jun 2023
Pass 3 Dec 2021
Pass 28 Nov 2020
Pass 14 Nov 2019
Pass 4 Nov 2016 17,679 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 17,679 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 17,679 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,486 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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VFR 315V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc 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 VFR 315V, 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 VFR 315V?

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What year was VFR 315V registered?

VFR 315V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is VFR 315V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFR 315V 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 VFR 315V have outstanding finance?

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