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TLJ 722S

1977 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,746 mi
Last recorded81,746 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 722S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 81,746 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 81,527 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 81,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 80,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 80,146 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 78,974 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 76,767 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 75,412 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 75,273 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 75,272 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Battery is insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 75,254 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Play in steering rack

Pass 5 Jan 2009 75,142 miles

alot of welding repairs done too under side.

n/s/r brake is binding on.

Pass 9 Jan 2008 74,929 miles

alot of welding repairs underside.

Pass 10 Jan 2007 74,482 miles

Heavey welded under body. †

Pass 18 Jan 2006 74,143 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 722S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TLJ 722S, 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 722S registered?

TLJ 722S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1977.

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