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WRD 138T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,499 mi
Last recorded5,499 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRD 138T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2019 5,499 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 4,644 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 3,249 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 493 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 97,664 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 95,177 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 93,875 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 91,491 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 90,567 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 89,799 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 89,135 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 88,040 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 86,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 85,409 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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WRD 138T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 WRD 138T, 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 WRD 138T?

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What year was WRD 138T registered?

WRD 138T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is WRD 138T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRD 138T shows 14 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 WRD 138T have outstanding finance?

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