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SDV 212R

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,749 mi
Last recorded38,749 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDV 212R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 38,749 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 37,880 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 37,209 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 36,219 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 34,946 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 34,825 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 34,760 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 34,450 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 34,450 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 30,522 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 30,510 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,500 miles

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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SDV 212R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SDV 212R, 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

How do I check the history of SDV 212R?

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What year was SDV 212R registered?

SDV 212R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 December 1976.

Is SDV 212R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDV 212R shows 12 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 SDV 212R have outstanding finance?

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