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WAR 401S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAR 401S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025
Pass 14 Jun 2021 84,643 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 84,570 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 84,562 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 84,486 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 83,998 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 83,601 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 82,407 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 81,777 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 81,777 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 17,777 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 17,777 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 1,081 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 81,777 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 80,777 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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WAR 401S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WAR 401S, 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 WAR 401S?

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What year was WAR 401S registered?

WAR 401S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 January 1978.

Is WAR 401S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAR 401S shows 15 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 WAR 401S have outstanding finance?

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