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PPC 599R

1976 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPC 599R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025
Pass 30 Sep 2024
Pass 4 Oct 2023
Pass 26 Jun 2019
Pass 31 May 2018
Pass 13 Apr 2017
Pass 29 Sep 2009
Pass 24 Sep 2008 95,236 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 95,236 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 93,434 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 93,292 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 93,292 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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PPC 599R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PPC 599R, 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 PPC 599R?

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What year was PPC 599R registered?

PPC 599R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is PPC 599R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPC 599R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPC 599R have outstanding finance?

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