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YOC 701T

1979 Ford Escort

Beige Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,915 mi
Last recorded86,915 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOC 701T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 86,915 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 86,587 miles

oil leaks

Pass 23 May 2016 86,271 miles

Centre Steering column top bearing slightly worn top bearing (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 85,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 85,542 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 85,022 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 85,022 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 84,734 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 84,191 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 83,914 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 83,887 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 83,493 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 83,089 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 83,082 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 82,692 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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YOC 701T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Beige with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YOC 701T, 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.

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What year was YOC 701T registered?

YOC 701T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 March 1979.

Is YOC 701T safe to buy?

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