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LAM 304P

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,552 mi
Last recorded14,552 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAM 304P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 14,552 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 14,529 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 14,335 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 14,234 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 14,153 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 14,034 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 13,858 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 13,858 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,651 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 13,366 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 13,173 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 13,072 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 12,791 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 12,304 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 12,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 12,280 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

foot brake feels slightly spongy.

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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LAM 304P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LAM 304P, 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

How do I check the history of LAM 304P?

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What year was LAM 304P registered?

LAM 304P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is LAM 304P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAM 304P shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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