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Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)
Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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RKB 847T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 RKB 847T, 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 48 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of RKB 847T?
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What year was RKB 847T registered?
RKB 847T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1978.
Is RKB 847T safe to buy?
The MOT history for RKB 847T shows 16 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 RKB 847T have outstanding finance?
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