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DLG 475S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

997 mi
Last recorded997 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLG 475S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2025 997 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 948 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 838 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 381 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 336 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 303 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 174 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 53 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 16 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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DLG 475S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DLG 475S, 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 DLG 475S?

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What year was DLG 475S registered?

DLG 475S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is DLG 475S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLG 475S shows 9 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 DLG 475S have outstanding finance?

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