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LCW 131T

1978 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCW 131T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026

no rear seats, seat buckles or seat belts fitted to vehicle.

vehicle built for motorsport purposes. roll cage, bucket seats and harnesses fitted

Pass 28 May 2025

engine, sill and under guards fitted, ns and os restricting full inspection

vehicle built for motorsport purpose. race harnesses and bucket seats fitted. no rear seats present or rear seat belts

Pass 22 Nov 2023

Central Front Lower engine guards fitted, restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under guards fitted, restricting full inspection on floor ns and os front to rear

vehicle built for motorsport.roll cage,race seats, seat belt harness fitted.

Pass 1 Oct 2022

Car built for motorsport

Pass 23 Sep 2021

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front legs have play (5.3.2 (c))

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front track rod end rose joints have play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 92,147 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 89,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 87,207 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014
Fail 28 Jun 2014

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013
Pass 11 Aug 2012
Fail 2 Aug 2011

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011
Pass 19 Jun 2010
Pass 17 Jul 2009

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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LCW 131T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LCW 131T, 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 LCW 131T registered?

LCW 131T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is LCW 131T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCW 131T 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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