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MFV 350T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFV 350T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026
Pass 16 Jul 2025
Pass 11 Jun 2024 9 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 41,864 miles

existing repairs to both front floors and sills to floors appear ok

existing repairs to both rear undersills and rear inner arches appear ok

Pass 27 Aug 2008 41,603 miles

both front tyre outer walls getting perished

existing repairs to both front floors,sills to floors,undersills and front inner arches appear ok

some corrosion both front inner arches

Pass 31 Aug 2007 41,028 miles

engine oil leak

existing repairs to both front floors,sills to floors,undersills and outer sills appear ok

front caliper feed pipes getting corroded

front discs showing signs of corrosion

front panel and headlamp support panel getting corroded

metal part of rear flex getting corroded

some corrosion metal part of front flexes

Pass 30 Aug 2006 40,508 miles

chassis rails front and rear floors outer sills existing repairs appear ok

metal part of both front flexes getting corroded

some corrosion front discs

some play steering rack

steering rack mounting rubbers getting worn

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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MFV 350T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MFV 350T, 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

How do I check the history of MFV 350T?

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What year was MFV 350T registered?

MFV 350T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 September 1978.

Is MFV 350T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFV 350T 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 MFV 350T have outstanding finance?

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