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TJE 610S

1978 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,674 mi
Last recorded54,674 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJE 610S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 54,674 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 54,567 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 54,212 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 53,196 miles

N/S+O/S REAR CHASSIS RUSTING

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2009 53,196 miles

N/S+O/S REAR CHASSIS RUSTING

Pass 29 May 2008 53,091 miles

O/S/REAR BODY RUST

Fail 18 Jul 2007 52,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 52,105 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 May 2006 49,887 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)

Fail 31 May 2006 49,887 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)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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TJE 610S is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 TJE 610S, 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 48 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 TJE 610S?

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What year was TJE 610S registered?

TJE 610S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is TJE 610S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJE 610S shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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