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YNR 439T

1978 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,139 mi
Last recorded74,139 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNR 439T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 74,139 miles

vehicle has been modify rally car

Pass 17 Dec 2022 74,129 miles

vehicle has been modify (rally car)

Pass 19 Dec 2021 74,124 miles

Vehicle has been modified (Rally car)

Pass 21 Dec 2019 74,010 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,999 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2017 73,998 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged

Fail 29 Jan 2017 73,998 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front wing damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2016 73,862 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 73,470 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 73,452 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 73,452 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 73,412 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 73,302 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 72,370 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 72,370 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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YNR 439T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 YNR 439T, 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 48 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNR 439T registered?

YNR 439T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is YNR 439T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNR 439T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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