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VWY 536S

1977 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,862 mi
Last recorded52,862 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWY 536S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 May 2018 52,862 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 52,342 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 51,891 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 50,759 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 50,145 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 49,571 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 48,791 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 48,126 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 47,474 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 46,485 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 44,925 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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VWY 536S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VWY 536S, 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 VWY 536S?

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What year was VWY 536S registered?

VWY 536S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VWY 536S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWY 536S shows 11 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 VWY 536S have outstanding finance?

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