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PTC 674M

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,588 mi
Last recorded51,588 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTC 674M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2018 51,588 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 50,997 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 May 2015 50,787 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 507,872 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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PTC 674M is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 44,545 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 PTC 674M, 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 53 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 PTC 674M registered?

PTC 674M is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 November 1973.

Is PTC 674M safe to buy?

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