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LPX 393R

1976 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,174 mi
Last recorded3,174 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPX 393R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 3,174 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 3,009 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 2,105 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 1,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 1,641 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 1,275 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 75 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 42 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016
Fail 15 Nov 2016

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

throttle sticking

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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LPX 393R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LPX 393R, 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 LPX 393R?

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What year was LPX 393R registered?

LPX 393R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 September 1976.

Is LPX 393R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPX 393R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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