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RTW 417R

1976 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,701 mi
Last recorded7,701 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTW 417R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 7,701 miles

dash lights not working

Fail 20 Oct 2023 7,695 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

dash lights not working

Pass 16 Mar 2020 6,002 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 5,539 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 5,231 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 5,188 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009

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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RTW 417R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RTW 417R, 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

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What year was RTW 417R registered?

RTW 417R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 October 1976.

Is RTW 417R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTW 417R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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