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GPA 618N

1974 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,164 mi
Last recorded58,164 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPA 618N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 58,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 57,865 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 57,640 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 57,388 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 57,206 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 56,938 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 56,927 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 56,726 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 56,515 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 56,512 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2007 56,403 miles

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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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GPA 618N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GPA 618N, 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 GPA 618N?

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What year was GPA 618N registered?

GPA 618N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 November 1974.

Is GPA 618N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPA 618N shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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