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THS 238R

1977 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,527 mi
Last recorded41,527 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1977 Ford Escort47,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHS 238R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 41,527 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 38,861 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 37,602 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 37,602 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (1.7.5a)

front brake binding o/s and n/s front (3.7.B.1)

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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THS 238R is a 1977 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 47,357 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 THS 238R, 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 49 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 THS 238R registered?

THS 238R is a 1977 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 January 1977.

Is THS 238R safe to buy?

The MOT history for THS 238R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THS 238R have outstanding finance?

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