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FPT 665S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,268 mi
Last recorded9,268 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPT 665S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2024 9,268 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 8,753 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 8,317 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 7,909 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 7,744 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 7,048 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 6,575 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 6,179 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 5,530 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 5,169 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 4,567 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 4,080 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 3,518 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 3,141 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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FPT 665S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FPT 665S, 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 FPT 665S?

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What year was FPT 665S registered?

FPT 665S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 May 1978.

Is FPT 665S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPT 665S shows 14 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 FPT 665S have outstanding finance?

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