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E157 PBX

1988 Ford Maverick

White Diesel 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

291,439 mi
Last recorded291,439 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE157 PBX
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026 291,439 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 290,233 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 288,345 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 287,727 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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E157 PBX is a 1988 Ford Maverick in White with a 4,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E157 PBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 38 years old, this Ford Maverick is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E157 PBX registered?

E157 PBX is a 1988 Ford Maverick, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is E157 PBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E157 PBX shows 4 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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