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XMR 350T

1979 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,646 mi
Last recorded47,646 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMR 350T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 47,646 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 46,538 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 45,027 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 42,148 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 39,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 37,593 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 32,634 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 31,303 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 28,449 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 28,449 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 80,295 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 80,298 miles

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

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

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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XMR 350T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,599cc 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 XMR 350T, 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 XMR 350T?

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What year was XMR 350T registered?

XMR 350T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 May 1979.

Is XMR 350T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMR 350T 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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