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CNV 428K

1971 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

483 mi
Last recorded483 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNV 428K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 483 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 476 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 464 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 461 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 407 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 375 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 278 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 193 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 109 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 3 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 9 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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CNV 428K is a 1971 Ford Escort in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 CNV 428K, 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 CNV 428K?

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What year was CNV 428K registered?

CNV 428K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 December 1971.

Is CNV 428K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNV 428K 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.

Does CNV 428K have outstanding finance?

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