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YHW 964V

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

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

RegistrationYHW 964V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023
Pass 20 Aug 2022

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2022

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021
Pass 14 Feb 2020
Pass 31 May 2018
Fail 31 May 2018

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2017 88,476 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 88,438 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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YHW 964V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YHW 964V, 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 YHW 964V?

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What year was YHW 964V registered?

YHW 964V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 October 1979.

Is YHW 964V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHW 964V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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