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SUA 689R

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,945 mi
Last recorded106,945 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUA 689R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2023 106,945 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 104,639 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 102,560 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 99,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 98,560 miles

BODY CORRODED/ WHEEL ARCHES

Pass 3 Jun 2015 95,084 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 91,898 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 87,987 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 83,592 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 79,995 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 76,537 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 74,889 miles

offside front brake slightly binding not excessive

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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SUA 689R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,599cc 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 SUA 689R, 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 SUA 689R?

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What year was SUA 689R registered?

SUA 689R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is SUA 689R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUA 689R 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 SUA 689R have outstanding finance?

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