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WMH 774T

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,785 mi
Last recorded9,785 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMH 774T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 9,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 9,348 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 8,873 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 8,514 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 7,564 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 7,400 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 6,615 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 5,725 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,835 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 3,910 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 3,049 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 2,949 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,948 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 2,948 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011
Pass 24 Dec 2009

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 2,946 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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Pass 2 Dec 2006

brakes decelerometer tested lsd fitted

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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WMH 774T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 WMH 774T, 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 WMH 774T?

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What year was WMH 774T registered?

WMH 774T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WMH 774T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMH 774T shows 19 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 WMH 774T have outstanding finance?

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