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VWB 950S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWB 950S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2022
Pass 6 Jul 2021
Pass 10 Mar 2020

rear seats not fitted time of test

Pass 11 Feb 2019

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Feb 2018

Nearside Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Offside Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 17 Feb 2017
Pass 12 Feb 2016
Pass 7 Nov 2014
Pass 17 Oct 2013
Pass 10 Oct 2012
Pass 11 Oct 2011

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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VWB 950S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White 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 VWB 950S, 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 VWB 950S registered?

VWB 950S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1978.

Is VWB 950S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWB 950S 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.

Does VWB 950S have outstanding finance?

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