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CNP 361N

1974 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNP 361N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015
Pass 17 Sep 2014

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

off side rear tyre cracked

Pass 19 Sep 2013

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

off side rear tyre cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2011
Pass 28 Jun 2010
Pass 4 Jul 2009
Pass 11 Jul 2008

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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CNP 361N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CNP 361N, 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 CNP 361N registered?

CNP 361N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is CNP 361N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNP 361N shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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