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SWG 887S

1977 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,054 mi
Last recorded5,054 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWG 887S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 5,054 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 4,619 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 512 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 61,717 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 11,444 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 8,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 4,223 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 884 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 96,991 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,671 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 95,126 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 93,918 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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SWG 887S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SWG 887S, 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 SWG 887S?

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What year was SWG 887S registered?

SWG 887S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 September 1977.

Is SWG 887S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWG 887S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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