MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,305 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
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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DSF 786S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 DSF 786S, 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 DSF 786S?
You can check the full history of DSF 786S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was DSF 786S registered?
DSF 786S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1978.
Is DSF 786S safe to buy?
The MOT history for DSF 786S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does DSF 786S have outstanding finance?
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