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XDB 900S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,788 mi
Last recorded26,788 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 900S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 26,788 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 25,388 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 24,843 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 24,241 miles

play in both track control arm inner bushes

Pass 7 Dec 2013 23,955 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 23,955 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 23,166 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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XDB 900S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XDB 900S, 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 XDB 900S?

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What year was XDB 900S registered?

XDB 900S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is XDB 900S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDB 900S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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