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OGJ 442L

1976 Ford Escort

Brown Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,355 mi
Last recorded32,355 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGJ 442L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2017 32,355 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 31,872 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 31,476 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 31,076 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,948 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,562 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,088 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 28,669 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 28,320 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 27,242 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 26,911 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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OGJ 442L is a 1976 Ford Escort in Brown with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OGJ 442L, 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

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What year was OGJ 442L registered?

OGJ 442L is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 July 1976.

Is OGJ 442L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGJ 442L shows 12 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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