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VNL 641T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,551 mi
Last recorded38,551 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNL 641T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 38,551 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 38,298 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 38,073 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 37,700 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,205 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 36,733 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 35,887 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 35,887 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 35,394 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 34,956 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 34,512 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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VNL 641T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VNL 641T, 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 VNL 641T?

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What year was VNL 641T registered?

VNL 641T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 January 1979.

Is VNL 641T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNL 641T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNL 641T have outstanding finance?

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