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SDH 580R

1977 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,906 mi
Last recorded2,906 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDH 580R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 2,906 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 672 miles
Fail 3 May 2014

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 80,543 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 80,450 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 80,333 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 80,325 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 79,709 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 79,690 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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SDH 580R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SDH 580R, 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

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What year was SDH 580R registered?

SDH 580R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is SDH 580R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDH 580R shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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