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XPE 455S

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,594 mi
Last recorded69,594 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPE 455S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 69,594 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 69,567 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 69,567 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 69,178 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 68,999 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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XPE 455S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XPE 455S, 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 XPE 455S?

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What year was XPE 455S registered?

XPE 455S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 March 1978.

Is XPE 455S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPE 455S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPE 455S have outstanding finance?

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