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XMW 765T

1979 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

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

RegistrationXMW 765T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2024
Pass 9 Jun 2023
Pass 24 Jun 2022
Pass 11 Jun 2021
Pass 9 Jun 2020 52,279 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 52,279 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 52,279 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 52,279 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 52,279 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 52,279 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 52,279 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 52,279 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 52,500 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 52,240 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 52,240 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 52,238 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 52,201 miles

slight bind on both front brakes

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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XMW 765T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XMW 765T, 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 XMW 765T?

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What year was XMW 765T registered?

XMW 765T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is XMW 765T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 765T shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMW 765T have outstanding finance?

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