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SKE 818M

1974 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,162 mi
Last recorded37,162 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKE 818M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 37,162 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 16 Sep 2017 37,162 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,391 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 36,085 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,284 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,127 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,538 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 34,457 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,457 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 34,437 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 34,272 miles

plat in steering rack

Pass 15 Jan 2007 34,047 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 32,396 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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SKE 818M is a 1974 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SKE 818M, 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

How do I check the history of SKE 818M?

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What year was SKE 818M registered?

SKE 818M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 June 1974.

Is SKE 818M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKE 818M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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