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YSJ 888T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSJ 888T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019

rally car

Pass 27 Feb 2018

rally car

Pass 14 Jun 2016

Rally car

Fail 13 Jun 2016

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rally car

Pass 19 Mar 2015

rally car

Pass 21 Mar 2014
Pass 14 Mar 2013
Fail 14 Mar 2013 1 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 71,429 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 74,874 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 62,490 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 61,886 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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YSJ 888T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YSJ 888T, 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 YSJ 888T?

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What year was YSJ 888T registered?

YSJ 888T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is YSJ 888T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSJ 888T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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