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MFJ 319P

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,668 mi
Last recorded63,668 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFJ 319P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,668 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 62,092 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 62,092 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 62,092 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 62,092 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 62,092 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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MFJ 319P is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MFJ 319P, 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

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What year was MFJ 319P registered?

MFJ 319P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 January 1976.

Is MFJ 319P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFJ 319P shows 6 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 MFJ 319P have outstanding finance?

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