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RTO 884R

1977 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,369 mi
Last recorded3,369 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTO 884R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 3,369 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 2,106 miles

Rally car.

Pass 17 Jul 2024 1,212 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 284 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021
Pass 23 Dec 2020
Pass 20 Dec 2019
Pass 28 Dec 2018
Pass 17 Nov 2017
Pass 24 Aug 2016

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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RTO 884R is a 1977 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RTO 884R, 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 RTO 884R?

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What year was RTO 884R registered?

RTO 884R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is RTO 884R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTO 884R shows 10 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 RTO 884R have outstanding finance?

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