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TRK 297R

1977 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,004 mi
Last recorded56,004 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRK 297R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2017 56,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2016 55,968 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 55,886 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 55,859 miles

nearside front track control arm inner bush slight play

Pass 4 Sep 2013 55,779 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 55,726 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 55,689 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 55,648 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 55,609 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 55,557 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 55,467 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 55,467 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 55,442 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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TRK 297R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 TRK 297R, 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 TRK 297R registered?

TRK 297R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 June 1977.

Is TRK 297R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRK 297R shows 13 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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