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WFL 523X

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFL 523X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024
Fail 2 Sep 2024

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 42,999 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,999 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 49,999 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 42,999 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 42,999 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 42,999 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 42,999 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,999 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 42,999 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 42,999 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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WFL 523X is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WFL 523X, 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 WFL 523X?

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What year was WFL 523X registered?

WFL 523X is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is WFL 523X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFL 523X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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