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PGV 188R

1976 Ford Escort

Brown Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29 mi
Last recorded29 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGV 188R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2015 29 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 29 miles

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 29 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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PGV 188R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Brown with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PGV 188R, 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 PGV 188R?

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What year was PGV 188R registered?

PGV 188R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PGV 188R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGV 188R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PGV 188R have outstanding finance?

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