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GYC 593N

1974 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,918 mi
Last recorded26,918 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYC 593N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2025 26,918 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 26,186 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 25,889 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 25,702 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 25,432 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 24,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 24,478 miles

Nearside Front flexible brake hose slightly twisted

Offside outersill slightly corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2017 23,768 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 23,149 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 22,646 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 22,317 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 21,601 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 20,589 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,913 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,762 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 17,635 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 16,882 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 16,301 miles

slightly long pedel travel

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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GYC 593N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GYC 593N, 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 GYC 593N registered?

GYC 593N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 November 1974.

Is GYC 593N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYC 593N shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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