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PAR 892R

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,693 mi
Last recorded68,693 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAR 892R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2018 68,693 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 68,654 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 68,533 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 68,204 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 68,054 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 67,789 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 67,617 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 67,118 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 66,068 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 65,604 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 64,951 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 64,352 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 63,114 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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PAR 892R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 PAR 892R, 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 PAR 892R?

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What year was PAR 892R registered?

PAR 892R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 September 1976.

Is PAR 892R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAR 892R shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PAR 892R have outstanding finance?

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