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CHZ 4765

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHZ 4765
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2012
Pass 2 Sep 2010
Fail 27 Aug 2010

Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2008 94,740 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2007 94,740 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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CHZ 4765 is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 CHZ 4765, 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 CHZ 4765?

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What year was CHZ 4765 registered?

CHZ 4765 is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is CHZ 4765 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHZ 4765 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CHZ 4765 have outstanding finance?

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