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VVX 22S

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,093 mi
Last recorded99,093 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVX 22S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 99,093 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 98,476 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 97,477 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 97,356 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 97,327 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 97,306 miles

exhaust blowing from front joint borderline

underseal under all of vehicle inspection l,imited

Pass 3 Sep 2009 97,296 miles

o/s/r bumpstop missing

Fail 3 Sep 2009 97,296 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/r bumpstop missing

Pass 2 Sep 2008 97,284 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 97,221 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 97,139 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 97,139 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 97,016 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2005 97,016 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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VVX 22S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VVX 22S, 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 VVX 22S registered?

VVX 22S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is VVX 22S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVX 22S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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