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Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
engine mount nuts loose
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
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HDM 848T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 HDM 848T, 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.
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What year was HDM 848T registered?
HDM 848T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1978.
Is HDM 848T safe to buy?
The MOT history for HDM 848T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HDM 848T have outstanding finance?
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