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MOE 784P

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOE 784P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2025
Pass 25 Sep 2024
Pass 5 Oct 2023

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022
Pass 1 Oct 2021
Pass 10 Sep 2020
Pass 20 Nov 2009 98,006 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 98,006 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 97,361 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 97,347 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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MOE 784P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MOE 784P, 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 MOE 784P?

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What year was MOE 784P registered?

MOE 784P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 May 1976.

Is MOE 784P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOE 784P shows 10 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 MOE 784P have outstanding finance?

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