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GRB 739N

1975 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,421 mi
Last recorded88,421 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRB 739N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 88,421 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 87,192 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 87,190 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 85,959 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 85,959 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 85,959 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 85,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2011 85,959 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 85,572 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 85,572 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2006 85,048 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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GRB 739N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GRB 739N, 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

How do I check the history of GRB 739N?

You can check the full history of GRB 739N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRB 739N registered?

GRB 739N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 February 1975.

Is GRB 739N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRB 739N 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.

Does GRB 739N have outstanding finance?

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