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XON 953T

1978 Ford Escort

Purple Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,142 mi
Last recorded74,142 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXON 953T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 74,142 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 74,136 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 72,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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XON 953T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Purple with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XON 953T, 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 XON 953T?

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What year was XON 953T registered?

XON 953T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 December 1978.

Is XON 953T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XON 953T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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