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VHG 349V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHG 349V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025
Pass 15 Aug 2024
Pass 17 Jul 2023
Pass 24 May 2022
Pass 28 May 2021
Pass 7 Mar 2020
Pass 8 Mar 2019
Pass 30 Jul 2014 15,496 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 25,363 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 25,363 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012
Pass 14 Aug 2010
Pass 19 Feb 2009
Pass 14 Feb 2008
Pass 26 Aug 2006

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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VHG 349V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VHG 349V, 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 VHG 349V?

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What year was VHG 349V registered?

VHG 349V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 October 1979.

Is VHG 349V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHG 349V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHG 349V have outstanding finance?

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