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RAC 444L

1976 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 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

RegistrationRAC 444L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025

purpose built rally car

Pass 14 Nov 2024
Pass 4 Sep 2023
Pass 8 Jul 2022 1,891 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 43 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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RAC 444L is a 1976 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 RAC 444L, 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 RAC 444L?

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What year was RAC 444L registered?

RAC 444L is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is RAC 444L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAC 444L shows 5 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 RAC 444L have outstanding finance?

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