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HLS 638S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,527 mi
Last recorded20,527 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLS 638S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,527 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 20,226 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 20,215 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2014 20,135 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 20,013 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 19,891 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,725 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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HLS 638S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HLS 638S, 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 HLS 638S?

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What year was HLS 638S registered?

HLS 638S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 February 1978.

Is HLS 638S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLS 638S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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