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BTM 90T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,989 mi
Last recorded5,989 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTM 90T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 5,989 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 5,504 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 4,667 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,613 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 4,592 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

fluid on n/s/r back plate

Pass 16 Jun 2012 4,113 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 4,072 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 2,947 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 2,855 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 2,165 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 2,147 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 1,982 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 1,243 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 80 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 2 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.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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BTM 90T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 BTM 90T, 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 48 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 BTM 90T registered?

BTM 90T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is BTM 90T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTM 90T shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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