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WKE 336S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,881 mi
Last recorded19,881 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKE 336S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 19,881 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 19,881 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 19,854 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 19,277 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

play in both seat runners

Pass 6 Jul 2010 19,247 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 18,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,210 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 66,974 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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WKE 336S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WKE 336S, 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 WKE 336S?

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What year was WKE 336S registered?

WKE 336S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 January 1978.

Is WKE 336S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKE 336S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WKE 336S have outstanding finance?

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