MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,930 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Both front coil springs have movement when suspension suspended
Both front inner door handles insecre
Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Nearside Front caliper locking device needs securing
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DHK 273T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 DHK 273T, 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.
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What year was DHK 273T registered?
DHK 273T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 November 1978.
Is DHK 273T safe to buy?
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