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TAS 560T

1978 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,847 mi
Last recorded58,847 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAS 560T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 58,847 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 58,807 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 58,696 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 58,530 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 58,274 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 58,176 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,469 miles
Pass 25 May 2009 56,920 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 56,907 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 56,637 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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TAS 560T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TAS 560T, 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 TAS 560T?

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What year was TAS 560T registered?

TAS 560T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is TAS 560T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAS 560T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAS 560T have outstanding finance?

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