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DTL 78X

1982 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

285 mi
Last recorded285 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTL 78X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2022 285 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2019
Pass 13 Nov 2018
Pass 4 Oct 2017
Pass 28 Sep 2016 235 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 285 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014

play in steering rack

Pass 5 Mar 2013
Pass 6 Jun 2006 56,858 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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DTL 78X is a 1982 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 DTL 78X, 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 44 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 DTL 78X?

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What year was DTL 78X registered?

DTL 78X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 March 1982.

Is DTL 78X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTL 78X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTL 78X have outstanding finance?

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