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WUR 504S

1977 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,102 mi
Last recorded25,102 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUR 504S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 25,102 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 26,901 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 24,648 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 23,876 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,253 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 22,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 21,283 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 20,626 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 19,915 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 19,131 miles

slight corrosion to floor

Pass 28 Feb 2014 18,074 miles

o/s front headlight chrome corroding

slight corrossion on brake pipes

Pass 9 Feb 2013 16,107 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 12,045 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 5,828 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 96,283 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 84,561 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 84,447 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 84,107 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 83,907 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 83,907 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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WUR 504S is a 1977 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WUR 504S, 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 WUR 504S?

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What year was WUR 504S registered?

WUR 504S is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 December 1977.

Is WUR 504S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUR 504S shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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