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MPP 539P

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1760cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPP 539P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,760cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2013
Pass 30 Sep 2011
Pass 25 Sep 2010
Pass 6 Mar 2009
Pass 30 May 2006 87,024 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 87,024 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

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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MPP 539P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,760cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MPP 539P, 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 MPP 539P?

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What year was MPP 539P registered?

MPP 539P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 January 1976.

Is MPP 539P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPP 539P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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