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GTA 511N

1974 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,627 mi
Last recorded77,627 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTA 511N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,627 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 77,614 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under body sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired nearside and offside outer sill skins not fully welded along bottom (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front floor corroded but not within a prescribed area

offside rear of outer sill getting thin

Pass 26 Apr 2016 76,937 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 76,757 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 76,341 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 75,884 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 75,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 74,737 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

offside front wheel slightly binding on.

offside rear brake pipe moist but not leaking at time of test.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 74,699 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 74,672 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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GTA 511N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GTA 511N, 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 GTA 511N registered?

GTA 511N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 November 1974.

Is GTA 511N safe to buy?

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