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SOB 739S

1977 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,922 mi
Last recorded89,922 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOB 739S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2017 89,922 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 88,788 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 88,617 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 88,018 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 87,229 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 87,158 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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SOB 739S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SOB 739S, 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 SOB 739S?

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What year was SOB 739S registered?

SOB 739S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SOB 739S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOB 739S shows 6 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 SOB 739S have outstanding finance?

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