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HEG 358N

1975 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,476 mi
Last recorded76,476 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEG 358N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 76,476 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 75,429 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 75,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

check front crossmember bolts

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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HEG 358N is a 1975 Ford Escort in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HEG 358N, 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 HEG 358N?

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What year was HEG 358N registered?

HEG 358N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1975.

Is HEG 358N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEG 358N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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