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UMK 998S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,365 mi
Last recorded12,365 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMK 998S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 12,365 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 12,365 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 12,365 miles

both front brake hose grommets missing

n/s rear outer sill corroded slightly

Pass 6 Aug 2011 12,365 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 12,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

nearside number plate bulb dim

nearside sill corrosion

Pass 7 Aug 2009 12,365 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 12,365 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,925 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 11,925 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 9,678 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,026 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 5,023 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Brake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UMK 998S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMK 998S, 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

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What year was UMK 998S registered?

UMK 998S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is UMK 998S safe to buy?

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