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MOM 759P

1976 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,164 mi
Last recorded26,164 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOM 759P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 26,164 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 26,113 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 26,088 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 26,075 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 25,976 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 25,710 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 25,550 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 25,263 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 24,631 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 24,200 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 23,801 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 23,455 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 23,209 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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MOM 759P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 MOM 759P, 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 MOM 759P?

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What year was MOM 759P registered?

MOM 759P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 June 1976.

Is MOM 759P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOM 759P shows 13 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 MOM 759P have outstanding finance?

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