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UWB 1S

1978 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,867 mi
Last recorded62,867 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWB 1S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 62,867 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 62,699 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 62,289 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 62,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 61,847 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 61,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 61,499 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 61,383 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 61,211 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 61,158 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 61,081 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 60,962 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 60,768 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 59,828 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 59,828 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 59,755 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 59,755 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 58,847 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 58,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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UWB 1S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UWB 1S, 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 UWB 1S registered?

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

Is UWB 1S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWB 1S shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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