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HPR 449N

1975 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPR 449N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021
Pass 5 Oct 2020
Pass 23 Mar 2019
Pass 23 Mar 2018
Pass 31 Oct 2016
Pass 23 Nov 2015
Pass 15 Nov 2014
Pass 24 Dec 2012
Pass 19 Mar 2008
Fail 19 Mar 2008

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 23,123 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,014 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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HPR 449N is a 1975 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 HPR 449N, 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 HPR 449N registered?

HPR 449N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 March 1975.

Is HPR 449N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPR 449N shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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