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SGS 700R

1977 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

311 mi
Last recorded311 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGS 700R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 311 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 292 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 208 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 169 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 99,679 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 98,721 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 98,440 miles

oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2013 9,800 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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SGS 700R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SGS 700R, 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 SGS 700R?

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What year was SGS 700R registered?

SGS 700R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is SGS 700R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGS 700R shows 8 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 SGS 700R have outstanding finance?

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