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DHD 70S

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,496 mi
Last recorded84,496 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHD 70S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 May 2018 84,496 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 84,157 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 83,474 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 82,280 miles

advise front& rear brake inspection

Pass 31 May 2011 81,091 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 78,421 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 77,196 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 76,178 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 73,965 miles

decelarometer test owing to vehicle having limited slip diff

Pass 27 Apr 2006 72,703 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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DHD 70S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests 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 DHD 70S, 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

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What year was DHD 70S registered?

DHD 70S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 September 1977.

Is DHD 70S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHD 70S 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 DHD 70S have outstanding finance?

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