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YTG 188T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTG 188T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026
Pass 9 Apr 2025 567 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 550 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 530 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 518 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 508 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 501 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 487 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 401 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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YTG 188T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YTG 188T, 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 YTG 188T?

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What year was YTG 188T registered?

YTG 188T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 February 1979.

Is YTG 188T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTG 188T shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTG 188T have outstanding finance?

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