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SAP 207R

1977 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAP 207R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018
Pass 31 Mar 2017

Vehicle is rally prepared

Pass 28 Mar 2016

Rally car prepared.

Pass 30 Oct 2014
Pass 8 Aug 2013
Pass 23 Jul 2012

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no speedo reading recorded

Fail 23 Jul 2012

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no speedo reading recorded

Pass 8 Aug 2011
Pass 24 Feb 2010
Fail 21 Jan 2009

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

hand brake cable very thin advisary only

Pass 21 Jan 2009

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

hand brake cable very thin advisary only

Pass 31 Oct 2007 593 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006

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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SAP 207R is a 1977 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 SAP 207R, 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.

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What year was SAP 207R registered?

SAP 207R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1977.

Is SAP 207R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAP 207R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAP 207R have outstanding finance?

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