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VJB 200S

1978 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,325 mi
Last recorded75,325 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJB 200S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 May 2021 75,325 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 75,325 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 75,325 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,325 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 75,305 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 75,160 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 74,972 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brakes slightly imbalanced

Pass 18 Apr 2008 74,972 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 74,592 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 74,571 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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VJB 200S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VJB 200S, 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 VJB 200S registered?

VJB 200S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 June 1978.

Is VJB 200S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJB 200S shows 10 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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