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EXI 1800

1974 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,073 mi
Last recorded94,073 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXI 1800
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 May 2018 94,073 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 93,315 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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EXI 1800 is a 1974 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EXI 1800, 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

How do I check the history of EXI 1800?

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What year was EXI 1800 registered?

EXI 1800 is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 1974.

Is EXI 1800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXI 1800 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 EXI 1800 have outstanding finance?

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