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SRA 999R

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRA 999R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026
Pass 10 Apr 2025
Pass 16 Mar 2024
Pass 27 Aug 2021
Pass 23 Mar 2019
Pass 29 Dec 2017
Pass 31 Aug 2016
Pass 19 Aug 2015 46,123 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 46,123 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014
Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,228 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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SRA 999R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SRA 999R, 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 SRA 999R?

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What year was SRA 999R registered?

SRA 999R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is SRA 999R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRA 999R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SRA 999R have outstanding finance?

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