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TLJ 157S

1977 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,999 mi
Last recorded75,999 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 157S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 75,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 75,755 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 75,147 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 75,059 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 74,274 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 73,740 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 73,415 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 72,160 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 71,753 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 71,093 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 70,323 miles

slight play in n/s/f rack end

Pass 3 Jun 2015 69,402 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 68,868 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 68,474 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 68,031 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 67,207 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 66,747 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 66,351 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 65,420 miles

both rear spring eye bushes perished

Pass 26 Jun 2007 64,579 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 63,911 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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TLJ 157S is a 1977 Ford Escort in White with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 TLJ 157S, 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

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What year was TLJ 157S registered?

TLJ 157S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TLJ 157S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLJ 157S shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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