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GHD 2N

1974 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,623 mi
Last recorded44,623 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHD 2N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2017 44,623 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 44,447 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 44,392 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 44,277 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 44,186 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 44,017 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 43,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 43,658 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 43,228 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 42,965 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 42,816 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 42,595 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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GHD 2N is a 1974 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GHD 2N, 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 GHD 2N registered?

GHD 2N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 October 1974.

Is GHD 2N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHD 2N shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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