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WPV 645S

1977 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,216 mi
Last recorded89,216 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPV 645S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 89,216 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 87,164 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 87,162 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 87,159 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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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WPV 645S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WPV 645S, 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 WPV 645S registered?

WPV 645S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 October 1977.

Is WPV 645S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPV 645S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WPV 645S have outstanding finance?

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