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ACZ 8

1977 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,686 mi
Last recorded66,686 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 8
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2012 66,686 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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ACZ 8 is a 1977 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 47,357 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 ACZ 8, 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 49 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 ACZ 8?

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What year was ACZ 8 registered?

ACZ 8 is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 November 1977.

Is ACZ 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 8 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACZ 8 have outstanding finance?

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