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XNF 980S

1978 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,800 mi
Last recorded57,800 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNF 980S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 57,800 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 57,662 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 57,497 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 57,167 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 57,076 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 57,056 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 56,694 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 56,683 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 56,658 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

SILLS AND UNDERSIDE OF CAR UNDERSEALED ALL APPEAR OK

Fail 18 Jun 2008 56,644 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

DRIVERS DOOR HINGE WORN DOOR HARD TO OPEN

INNER FRONT PANEL CORRODING WELDING POOR

OFFSIDE FRONT CHASSIS LEG CORRODING NOT YET HOLED RIGHT THROUGH

PLAY IN OFFSIDE RACK END

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

UNDERSIDE OF CAR CORRODING IN MANY PLACES NOT YET HOLED

Pass 4 Mar 2006 56,470 miles

OS AND NEARSIDE OUTER SILLS AT REAR CORRODING NOT YET HOLED

SLIGHT PLAY OS STEERING RACK

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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XNF 980S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XNF 980S, 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 XNF 980S?

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What year was XNF 980S registered?

XNF 980S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 May 1978.

Is XNF 980S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNF 980S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XNF 980S have outstanding finance?

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