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slight play in both front lower ball joints
vehicle used for motorsport
both front bottom ball joint gaiters deteriorated but preventing ingress of dirt
slight play in n\s\f inner steering knuckle
slight play n\s\r wheel bearing
vehicle used for motorsport purposes
Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XLL 951S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XLL 951S, 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 XLL 951S?
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What year was XLL 951S registered?
XLL 951S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 January 1978.
Is XLL 951S safe to buy?
The MOT history for XLL 951S shows 12 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 XLL 951S have outstanding finance?
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