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Manufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.
Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
under body covers fitted
Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
Factory fitted seat belts removed
no rear seats fitted at time of test
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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UFM 97R is a 1977 Ford Escort in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 UFM 97R, 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 UFM 97R?
You can check the full history of UFM 97R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was UFM 97R registered?
UFM 97R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1977.
Is UFM 97R safe to buy?
The MOT history for UFM 97R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UFM 97R have outstanding finance?
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