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WAY 153S

1978 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 3898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,163 mi
Last recorded91,163 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAY 153S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,898cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2023 91,163 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 86,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2006 84,999 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 43,156 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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WAY 153S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Blue with a 3,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 WAY 153S, 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 WAY 153S?

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What year was WAY 153S registered?

WAY 153S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 January 1978.

Is WAY 153S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAY 153S shows 4 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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