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HTV 492N

1975 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,142 mi
Last recorded28,142 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTV 492N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 28,142 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 28,016 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 27,954 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 27,843 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 27,733 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,497 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 27,298 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 27,114 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 27,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,932 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,792 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 26,624 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 26,450 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 26,247 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 26,092 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 25,935 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 25,835 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 25,744 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,653 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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HTV 492N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HTV 492N, 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 HTV 492N?

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What year was HTV 492N registered?

HTV 492N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 1975.

Is HTV 492N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTV 492N shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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