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ECX 700S

1977 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECX 700S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024
Pass 3 May 2023
Pass 23 Apr 2021
Pass 18 Feb 2020
Pass 17 Feb 2017 20 miles

both front seats don't go back and forward! bolted in (rally car)

Pass 8 Aug 2009
Fail 7 Aug 2009 1 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 700S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 700S, 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 700S registered?

ECX 700S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 November 1977.

Is ECX 700S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECX 700S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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