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ECX 686S

1977 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,869 mi
Last recorded4,869 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECX 686S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 4,869 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 4,841 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 4,441 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 3,936 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 3,453 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 3,453 miles

Central Brake pipe inadequately clipped all front to rear new pipe not suported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 3,398 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 63,555 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 63,401 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,410 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 1,984 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 1,604 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 1,249 miles

steering rack gators starting to crack/split

Pass 13 Jul 2009 604 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 99,854 miles

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

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

right front floor holed & corroded outwith any designated area

slight movement left & right front brake pads

Pass 18 Jul 2007 99,128 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 99,128 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight play left front wheel bearing

Pass 23 Jun 2006 98,519 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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ECX 686S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ECX 686S, 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 ECX 686S registered?

ECX 686S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 November 1977.

Is ECX 686S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECX 686S shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECX 686S have outstanding finance?

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