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CEL 375L

1971 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,510 mi
Last recorded42,510 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2007
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEL 375L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2007 42,510 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 42,480 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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CEL 375L is a 1971 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 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 CEL 375L, 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 55 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 CEL 375L?

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What year was CEL 375L registered?

CEL 375L is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is CEL 375L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEL 375L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CEL 375L have outstanding finance?

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