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FEP 1F

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,039 mi
Last recorded17,039 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEP 1F
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 17,039 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 15,147 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 14,278 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,550 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,180 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 11,672 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 9,765 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,570 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 8,940 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 76,357 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 63,481 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 5,736 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 4,266 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 4,265 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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FEP 1F is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FEP 1F, 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 FEP 1F?

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What year was FEP 1F registered?

FEP 1F is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is FEP 1F safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEP 1F shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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