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YMP 930T

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,408 mi
Last recorded54,408 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMP 930T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 54,408 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 54,392 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 53,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 53,189 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 51,722 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 50,494 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 50,213 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 49,505 miles

advised cracking nsf tyre

advised front discs

advised nsf brake hose metal end corroded

advised osf caliper sticky

Fail 19 Jan 2009 49,505 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advised cracking nsf tyre

advised nsf brake hose metal end corroded

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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YMP 930T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YMP 930T, 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 YMP 930T?

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What year was YMP 930T registered?

YMP 930T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is YMP 930T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMP 930T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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