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XCN 57T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,600 mi
Last recorded94,600 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCN 57T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 94,600 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2024 94,039 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 93,472 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 92,239 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 91,352 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 91,191 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2013 91,131 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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XCN 57T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XCN 57T, 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

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What year was XCN 57T registered?

XCN 57T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 April 1979.

Is XCN 57T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCN 57T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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