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YNR 168T

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

95,509 mi
Last recorded95,509 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNR 168T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2013 95,509 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 95,509 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 9,066 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 9,060 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 82,603 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 65,984 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 59,320 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 59,320 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,060 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 30,606 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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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YNR 168T is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YNR 168T, 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

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What year was YNR 168T registered?

YNR 168T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YNR 168T safe to buy?

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