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WOM 665T

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOM 665T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025
Pass 11 Mar 2024
Pass 30 Aug 2022
Pass 8 Mar 2019
Pass 9 Mar 2018

presented for test as a rally car

Pass 17 Feb 2017
Pass 7 Sep 2015
Pass 5 Sep 2013
Fail 5 Jun 2012

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2012
Pass 2 Jun 2011
Pass 9 Mar 2010

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2009
Pass 9 Mar 2007
Pass 11 Mar 2006

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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WOM 665T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 WOM 665T, 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 WOM 665T?

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What year was WOM 665T registered?

WOM 665T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is WOM 665T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOM 665T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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