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UPR 70S

1977 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,063 mi
Last recorded3,063 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPR 70S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 3,063 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019
Fail 11 Apr 2019

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018
Pass 27 Apr 2017
Pass 10 Feb 2015 2 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 3 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012
Pass 24 Mar 2010 128 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009
Pass 5 Mar 2007
Pass 22 Feb 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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UPR 70S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,974cc 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 UPR 70S, 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 UPR 70S?

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What year was UPR 70S registered?

UPR 70S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 October 1977.

Is UPR 70S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPR 70S 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 UPR 70S have outstanding finance?

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