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JLP 77K

1971 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLP 77K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019
Pass 30 Apr 2016 4,805 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 3,787 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 3,042 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 3,042 miles

Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Tyre(s) incorrect because a tyre fitted to a non-steerable driven axle is of a different type of structure from that fitted to another non-steerable driven axle (4.1.A.2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 3,045 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 3,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 3,042 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 3,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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JLP 77K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JLP 77K, 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 55 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 JLP 77K registered?

JLP 77K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1971.

Is JLP 77K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLP 77K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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