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SFH 795R

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,263 mi
Last recorded69,263 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFH 795R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2024 69,263 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 69,236 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 69,214 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 69,085 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,067 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 68,928 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 68,872 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 68,791 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 68,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 68,176 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 67,743 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 67,291 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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SFH 795R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SFH 795R, 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

How do I check the history of SFH 795R?

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What year was SFH 795R registered?

SFH 795R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 April 1977.

Is SFH 795R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFH 795R 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 SFH 795R have outstanding finance?

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