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HLF 71K

1971 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,379 mi
Last recorded29,379 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLF 71K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 29,379 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 29,272 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 29,151 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,243 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 1,690 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 1,690 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 1,690 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 71K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 71K, 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 71K registered?

HLF 71K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 December 1971.

Is HLF 71K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLF 71K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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