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XOU 393V

1979 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,103 mi
Last recorded9,103 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOU 393V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 9,103 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 8,173 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 8,172 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 7,605 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 7,175 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 9,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,350 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 7,200 miles
Pass 29 May 2011 5,384 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 4,388 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 703 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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XOU 393V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XOU 393V, 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 XOU 393V?

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What year was XOU 393V registered?

XOU 393V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is XOU 393V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOU 393V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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