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CPD 356H

1970 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,264 mi
Last recorded58,264 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPD 356H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2018 58,264 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 57,420 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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CPD 356H is a 1970 Ford Escort in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 CPD 356H, 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 56 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 CPD 356H?

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What year was CPD 356H registered?

CPD 356H is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 May 1970.

Is CPD 356H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPD 356H 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 CPD 356H have outstanding finance?

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