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PFP 774R

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,325 mi
Last recorded79,325 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFP 774R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 79,325 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 78,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 78,537 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 78,032 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 77,573 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 77,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 76,636 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 76,208 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 75,863 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 75,862 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 May 2008 75,590 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 75,189 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 74,788 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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PFP 774R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PFP 774R, 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 PFP 774R?

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What year was PFP 774R registered?

PFP 774R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 November 1976.

Is PFP 774R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFP 774R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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