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HBP 339N

1975 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,970 mi
Last recorded80,970 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBP 339N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 80,970 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 80,870 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 80,852 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 80,710 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 80,611 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 80,512 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 80,451 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 80,269 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,934 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 79,819 miles

rust evident underbody, suspension, steering mounts & brake parts

welded area covered

Fail 27 Mar 2010 79,793 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

rust evident underbody, suspension, steering mounts & brake parts

Pass 9 Feb 2009 79,032 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 78,350 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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HBP 339N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HBP 339N, 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

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What year was HBP 339N registered?

HBP 339N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is HBP 339N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBP 339N shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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