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MWN 677R

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

584 mi
Last recorded584 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWN 677R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2025 584 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 584 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 584 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 584 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 584 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 584 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 584 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 584 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 584 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 584 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 584 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 584 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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MWN 677R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 MWN 677R, 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 50 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 MWN 677R?

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What year was MWN 677R registered?

MWN 677R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is MWN 677R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWN 677R shows 12 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 MWN 677R have outstanding finance?

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