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XAL 280S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,159 mi
Last recorded13,159 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 280S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 13,159 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 13,123 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 13,003 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 12,921 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,661 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,600 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 12,420 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 12,236 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 11,822 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 11,572 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 11,316 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 10,906 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,568 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 10,230 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,866 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,602 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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XAL 280S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 XAL 280S, 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 XAL 280S?

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What year was XAL 280S registered?

XAL 280S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 March 1978.

Is XAL 280S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 280S shows 16 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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