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XAX 923T

1978 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,126 mi
Last recorded36,126 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAX 923T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 36,126 miles

chassis extensivly welded

Pass 8 Nov 2011 36,126 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 36,126 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 36,126 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 36,126 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 36,126 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 36,126 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 36,126 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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XAX 923T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc 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 XAX 923T, 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 XAX 923T?

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What year was XAX 923T registered?

XAX 923T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is XAX 923T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAX 923T 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 XAX 923T have outstanding finance?

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