MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
3,007 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PFX 285R is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc 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 PFX 285R, 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 PFX 285R?
You can check the full history of PFX 285R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was PFX 285R registered?
PFX 285R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 September 1976.
Is PFX 285R safe to buy?
The MOT history for PFX 285R 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 PFX 285R have outstanding finance?
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