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TTF 640M

1974 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,236 mi
Last recorded61,236 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTF 640M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2013 61,236 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 58,401 miles

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

offside door pillar

Fail 27 Jun 2012 58,362 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside door pillar

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 55,500 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 55,136 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 544,209 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 54,271 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2008 54,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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TTF 640M is a 1974 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 TTF 640M, 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 TTF 640M registered?

TTF 640M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1974.

Is TTF 640M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTF 640M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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