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WLE 430S

1977 Ford Escort

Beige Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,648 mi
Last recorded66,648 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLE 430S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2018 66,648 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 66,401 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 66,392 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 66,335 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 65,975 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 65,855 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 65,793 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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WLE 430S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Beige with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 WLE 430S, 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 WLE 430S?

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What year was WLE 430S registered?

WLE 430S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 September 1977.

Is WLE 430S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLE 430S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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