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TMM 443Y

1983 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,836 mi
Last recorded35,836 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMM 443Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 35,836 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 35,437 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 35,041 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 34,838 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 34,320 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 34,028 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 33,288 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 33,087 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 32,833 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 32,524 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,032 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 32,032 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,222 miles

o/s and n/s front flexy brake hoses loose but not insecure

Pass 15 Jul 2011 30,404 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 29,822 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 28,688 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 28,095 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 28,085 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,564 miles

under body crossion

Fail 13 Jul 2007 27,564 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2006 26,322 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 26,322 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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TMM 443Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 TMM 443Y, 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 43 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 TMM 443Y?

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What year was TMM 443Y registered?

TMM 443Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 May 1983.

Is TMM 443Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMM 443Y shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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