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MVX 11P

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,463 mi
Last recorded83,463 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVX 11P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2022 83,463 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 81,206 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 79,624 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 77,946 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 75,916 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,083 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 73,980 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,434 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 72,729 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 72,169 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 71,493 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 70,862 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 69,151 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 65,947 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 60,558 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

small crack n/s headlamp

Pass 26 Apr 2007 60,527 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 60,473 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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MVX 11P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 MVX 11P, 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 MVX 11P?

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What year was MVX 11P registered?

MVX 11P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 January 1976.

Is MVX 11P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVX 11P shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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