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MMH 326P

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests9 (9 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

RegistrationMMH 326P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025
Pass 27 Jun 2024
Pass 21 Jun 2023

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022
Pass 3 Apr 2021
Pass 29 Jul 2019

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

vehicle modified for rallying

Pass 20 Jul 2018
Pass 13 Nov 2012 65,796 miles

advise handbrake travel

advise slight play o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 19 Sep 2011 65,476 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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MMH 326P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MMH 326P, 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 MMH 326P?

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What year was MMH 326P registered?

MMH 326P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 July 1976.

Is MMH 326P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMH 326P shows 9 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 MMH 326P have outstanding finance?

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