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TLG 140

1973 Ford Escort

Brown Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,577 mi
Last recorded64,577 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLG 140
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2022 64,577 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 64,575 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 64,573 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 64,537 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 64,492 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 64,478 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 64,442 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 64,438 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 64,419 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake hose furrules becoming corroded

all brake pipes becoming corroded

both front track control arm bushes becoming perished

both rear leaf springs becoming corroded

minor exhaust leak from rear section

nearside front tyre nearing limit

slight play both front wheel bearings

underside of vehicle showing signs of surface corrosion

Pass 14 Aug 2007 63,801 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 62,223 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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TLG 140 is a 1973 Ford Escort in Brown with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 44,545 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 TLG 140, 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 53 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 TLG 140 registered?

TLG 140 is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 January 1973.

Is TLG 140 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLG 140 shows 11 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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