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TUV 390S

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUV 390S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025
Pass 27 Aug 2024
Pass 4 Sep 2023
Pass 13 Apr 2022
Pass 22 Sep 2020
Pass 16 Aug 2019
Pass 24 Jul 2018
Pass 28 Jul 2017
Fail 28 Jul 2017

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2008
Pass 22 Feb 2007
Fail 22 Feb 2007

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2006

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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TUV 390S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TUV 390S, 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 TUV 390S?

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What year was TUV 390S registered?

TUV 390S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is TUV 390S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUV 390S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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