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C746 SPM

1986 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,575 mi
Last recorded53,575 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Escort51,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC746 SPM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 53,575 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 53,497 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 53,468 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 53,440 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 53,437 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 53,421 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 53,403 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 53,400 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 53,379 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 53,353 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 53,291 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 53,189 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 53,121 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 53,069 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 52,945 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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C746 SPM is a 1986 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,504 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 C746 SPM, 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 40 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 C746 SPM?

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What year was C746 SPM registered?

C746 SPM is a 1986 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C746 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C746 SPM shows 15 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 C746 SPM have outstanding finance?

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