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AJF 476T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,704 mi
Last recorded41,704 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 476T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2024 41,704 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 41,385 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 40,701 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 40,222 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 39,943 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 38,775 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 37,785 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 37,333 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 36,381 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 34,723 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,288 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,086 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 30,863 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 29,623 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 28,238 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 26,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,021 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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AJF 476T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AJF 476T, 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

How do I check the history of AJF 476T?

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What year was AJF 476T registered?

AJF 476T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AJF 476T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 476T shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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