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JJX 833S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,013 mi
Last recorded9,013 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJX 833S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 9,013 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 8,417 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 8,132 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 7,977 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 7,977 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 7,046 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 7,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 4,250 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007

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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JJX 833S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,593cc 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 JJX 833S, 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 JJX 833S?

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What year was JJX 833S registered?

JJX 833S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is JJX 833S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJX 833S 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.

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