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OUH 619R

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,814 mi
Last recorded82,814 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUH 619R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 82,814 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 82,655 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 82,639 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 82,529 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 82,148 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 81,781 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 81,765 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 81,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 81,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 81,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s front tyre & o/s rear tyre deteriorating

Fail 21 May 2010 81,765 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s front tyre & o/s rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 2 Apr 2009 81,764 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Apr 2009 81,764 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2007 81,764 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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OUH 619R is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OUH 619R, 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 OUH 619R registered?

OUH 619R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 December 1976.

Is OUH 619R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUH 619R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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