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SDT 39S

1977 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDT 39S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2011
Pass 1 Jul 2009
Pass 28 Jun 2008
Fail 27 Jun 2008

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2006

rally car, no rear seats fitted.

Pass 24 Sep 2005

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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SDT 39S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SDT 39S, 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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How do I check the history of SDT 39S?

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What year was SDT 39S registered?

SDT 39S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 August 1977.

Is SDT 39S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDT 39S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDT 39S have outstanding finance?

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