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WHW 965T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

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

RegistrationWHW 965T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025
Pass 13 Mar 2024
Pass 1 Mar 2023
Pass 4 Mar 2022
Pass 8 Dec 2020
Pass 11 Apr 2019
Pass 13 Apr 2018
Pass 21 Mar 2017
Pass 16 Mar 2016 11,756 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 11,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2015
Pass 16 Dec 2013
Pass 20 Mar 2012
Pass 12 Sep 2011
Pass 16 Sep 2010
Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,526 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 10,448 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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WHW 965T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WHW 965T, 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 WHW 965T?

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What year was WHW 965T registered?

WHW 965T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is WHW 965T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHW 965T shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WHW 965T have outstanding finance?

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