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HOB 280N

1975 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,467 mi
Last recorded11,467 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOB 280N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 May 2019 11,467 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 11,467 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 11,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,867 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 10,146 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 9,118 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 7,765 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 6,706 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,057 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 4,722 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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HOB 280N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HOB 280N, 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 HOB 280N registered?

HOB 280N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 February 1975.

Is HOB 280N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOB 280N shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HOB 280N have outstanding finance?

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