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FBW 106S

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,953 mi
Last recorded77,953 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBW 106S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 77,953 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 77,386 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 76,839 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 76,491 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 76,143 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 76,143 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 76,086 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 76,086 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 74,889 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 73,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2012 73,313 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 72,712 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 71,319 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 70,010 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 68,113 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 65,494 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 65,494 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2006 65,036 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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FBW 106S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FBW 106S, 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.

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What year was FBW 106S registered?

FBW 106S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is FBW 106S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBW 106S shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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