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LCV 561P

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests10 (10 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

RegistrationLCV 561P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2019
Pass 13 Aug 2016
Pass 15 Jul 2015 4,183 miles

Vehicle is a Rally Car

Pass 24 Dec 2013 3,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 May 2012 2,109 miles

Vehicle Rally Prep'd

Pass 13 May 2011

Vehicle rally prep'd

Pass 5 Jan 2010
Pass 20 Nov 2008 207 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 89,794 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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LCV 561P is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LCV 561P, 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 LCV 561P?

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What year was LCV 561P registered?

LCV 561P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 March 1976.

Is LCV 561P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCV 561P shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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