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GFC 12S

1977 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFC 12S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011
Pass 24 Sep 2010

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2009

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2009
Pass 20 Sep 2008 17,133 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 4,068 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

various areas of corrosion

Pass 29 Sep 2006 3,940 miles

rally use tyres fitted

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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GFC 12S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,298cc 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 GFC 12S, 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 GFC 12S?

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What year was GFC 12S registered?

GFC 12S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 November 1977.

Is GFC 12S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFC 12S 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.

Does GFC 12S have outstanding finance?

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