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LEJ 990R

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,620 mi
Last recorded50,620 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEJ 990R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2019 50,620 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 50,620 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 50,620 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 50,620 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 50,620 miles

vehicle has been modified for rally use, hence high brake readings

Pass 7 Feb 2011 50,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010

this vehicle is a rally car

Pass 18 Aug 2009 50,530 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 50,510 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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LEJ 990R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LEJ 990R, 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 LEJ 990R?

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What year was LEJ 990R registered?

LEJ 990R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 January 1977.

Is LEJ 990R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEJ 990R shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEJ 990R have outstanding finance?

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