MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,026 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both steering rack bushers deteriorated
Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Steering column flexible coupling insecure (2.1.5)
Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PTE 473M is a 1973 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.
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 PTE 473M, 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.
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How do I check the history of PTE 473M?
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What year was PTE 473M registered?
PTE 473M is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 September 1973.
Is PTE 473M safe to buy?
The MOT history for PTE 473M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PTE 473M have outstanding finance?
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