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GJE 347N

1975 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,959 mi
Last recorded87,959 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJE 347N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 87,959 miles

underside corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2015 87,855 miles

underside corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2014 87,777 miles

slight bind offside front brake

underside corroding

Pass 15 Dec 2012 87,734 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 87,645 miles

under vehicle heavily undersealed

welding repairs to chassis and floor pans

Pass 4 Nov 2010 87,042 miles

small chips in windscreen,headalmp reflectors dull,slight oil leaks,slight play in steering arms,slight corrosion on inner sills

Pass 3 Nov 2009 86,155 miles

extensive under body repairs

inbalance in rear brakes

Pass 14 Nov 2008 85,631 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 85,631 miles

Inner Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 85,489 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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GJE 347N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1975 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,389 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 GJE 347N, 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 51 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 GJE 347N registered?

GJE 347N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 January 1975.

Is GJE 347N safe to buy?

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