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YND 100S

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

56,901 mi
Last recorded56,901 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYND 100S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 56,901 miles
Pass 27 May 2018 56,885 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 56,879 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 56,875 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 56,875 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 56,869 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 56,858 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012
Pass 3 Dec 2011
Pass 28 Dec 2010
Pass 28 Nov 2009
Pass 20 Dec 2008 56,832 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 56,732 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 56,500 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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YND 100S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YND 100S, 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 YND 100S?

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What year was YND 100S registered?

YND 100S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 July 1978.

Is YND 100S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YND 100S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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