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UEA 838R

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEA 838R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026
Pass 5 Apr 2025
Pass 27 Mar 2024
Pass 7 Nov 2022
Pass 12 Nov 2021
Pass 13 Nov 2020
Pass 9 Nov 2019
Pass 19 Nov 2018
Pass 5 Aug 2017 2,045 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 2,045 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 2,045 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013
Pass 19 May 2012
Pass 21 May 2011
Pass 10 Apr 2010
Pass 4 Apr 2009 2,045 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,045 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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UEA 838R is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 UEA 838R, 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 UEA 838R?

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What year was UEA 838R registered?

UEA 838R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 July 1977.

Is UEA 838R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEA 838R shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEA 838R have outstanding finance?

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