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RUN 186S

1978 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUN 186S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025
Pass 8 Nov 2023
Pass 21 Jun 2017
Pass 23 Jul 2015
Pass 23 Apr 2013

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 84,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 85,811 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 85,651 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 84,711 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 84,711 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 84,711 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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RUN 186S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RUN 186S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUN 186S?

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What year was RUN 186S registered?

RUN 186S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is RUN 186S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUN 186S shows 11 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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