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PBV 870P

1976 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBV 870P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026
Pass 5 Sep 2024
Pass 7 Sep 2023
Fail 7 Sep 2023

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022
Pass 25 Feb 2021
Pass 24 Jan 2020
Pass 12 Jan 2006 88,032 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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PBV 870P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PBV 870P, 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 PBV 870P?

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What year was PBV 870P registered?

PBV 870P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 January 1976.

Is PBV 870P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBV 870P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBV 870P have outstanding finance?

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