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GOO 842N

1974 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,726 mi
Last recorded5,726 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOO 842N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 5,726 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported clip on differential (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2014 4,042 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 2,855 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 1,629 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 585 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 99,235 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 97,515 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 97,511 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 95,513 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 94,479 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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GOO 842N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GOO 842N, 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 GOO 842N registered?

GOO 842N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 December 1974.

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