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POO 493R

1976 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

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

RegistrationPOO 493R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2019
Pass 7 Jul 2018
Pass 3 Jul 2017
Pass 5 Dec 2015
Pass 27 Dec 2014
Pass 23 Nov 2013
Pass 20 Oct 2012 20,017 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011
Pass 14 Oct 2010 20,016 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,016 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 16 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 20,016 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 20,016 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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POO 493R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Black with a 2,000cc 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 POO 493R, 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 POO 493R registered?

POO 493R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 August 1976.

Is POO 493R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POO 493R 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.

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