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SEV 707M

1974 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,918 mi
Last recorded64,918 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEV 707M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2024 64,918 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 63,880 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 63,545 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 62,481 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 62,381 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 61,943 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2013 61,736 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 61,245 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 60,741 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 60,242 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 59,379 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 57,608 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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SEV 707M is a 1974 Ford Escort in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 42,721 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 SEV 707M, 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 52 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 SEV 707M registered?

SEV 707M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 May 1974.

Is SEV 707M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEV 707M shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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