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ONB 908P

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,421 mi
Last recorded70,421 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONB 908P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 70,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 70,196 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 69,825 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 69,532 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 69,273 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 69,113 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 69,113 miles

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 68,093 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 67,299 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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ONB 908P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ONB 908P, 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 ONB 908P?

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What year was ONB 908P registered?

ONB 908P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 July 1976.

Is ONB 908P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONB 908P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONB 908P have outstanding finance?

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