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OFW 50P

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFW 50P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025
Pass 10 Sep 2024 1,960 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 403 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 7,672 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021
Pass 13 Sep 2019 7,672 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 7,672 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 7,672 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 7,672 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 7,672 miles

Clutch fluid leak

Fail 17 Sep 2013 7,672 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 7,672 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 7,672 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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OFW 50P is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 OFW 50P, 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 OFW 50P?

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What year was OFW 50P registered?

OFW 50P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 May 1976.

Is OFW 50P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFW 50P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFW 50P have outstanding finance?

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