MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,291 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Nearside Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
Offside Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Steering arm inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
rearfog light fitted to wrong side of car
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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HIJ 8320 is a 1976 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 HIJ 8320, 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 50 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was HIJ 8320 registered?
HIJ 8320 is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 June 1976.
Is HIJ 8320 safe to buy?
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