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HLF 4K

1971 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,142 mi
Last recorded86,142 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLF 4K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 May 2019 86,142 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 86,021 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 85,972 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 84,469 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 83,146 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 81,551 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 80,871 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 80,630 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 79,773 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 79,689 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 79,085 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 78,314 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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HLF 4K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 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 HLF 4K, 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 55 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 HLF 4K registered?

HLF 4K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is HLF 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLF 4K shows 12 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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