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LBX 383P

1976 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBX 383P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025
Pass 5 Jun 2024 664 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 502 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 461 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 311 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 187 miles

Vehicle is a rally car

Pass 15 Aug 2018

Vehicle presented as a Rally Car

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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LBX 383P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LBX 383P, 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 LBX 383P?

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What year was LBX 383P registered?

LBX 383P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 March 1976.

Is LBX 383P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBX 383P shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LBX 383P have outstanding finance?

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