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JFW 828T

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,642 mi
Last recorded78,642 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFW 828T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 78,642 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2025 77,911 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 May 2025 77,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 May 2024 77,274 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 76,707 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Aug 2021 76,611 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 76,503 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 75,820 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 75,132 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 74,490 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 73,695 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 72,921 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 72,286 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 71,432 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 71,432 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 70,687 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 69,891 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 35,776 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 35,159 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 35,159 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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JFW 828T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 JFW 828T, 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

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What year was JFW 828T registered?

JFW 828T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 August 1978.

Is JFW 828T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFW 828T shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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