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THT 83M

1974 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30 mi
Last recorded30 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHT 83M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2024 30 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019
Pass 26 Jun 2018
Pass 24 Jun 2017 68,968 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 68,955 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 68,949 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 68,947 miles

Both front wheel bearings have slight play

Nearside Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 68,947 miles

Decelerometer brake test carried out due to fixed rear axle

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Owner manoeuvered vehicle during test

Signs of nearside front tyre fouling body. Ok at time of test

Signs of offside front tyre fouling body. Ok at time of test

Slight movement at nearside rear shock absorber top mounting

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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THT 83M is a 1974 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 THT 83M, 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 THT 83M registered?

THT 83M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 May 1974.

Is THT 83M safe to buy?

The MOT history for THT 83M shows 8 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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