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HUA 126N

1975 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,108 mi
Last recorded42,108 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUA 126N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 42,108 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 41,744 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 40,873 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 40,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 38,840 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,614 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 36,461 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 63,034 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 62,006 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 60,698 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 59,250 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 59,270 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

most suspension bushes deteriorated but not excessively

Fail 20 Jul 2009 59,250 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

most suspension bushes deteriorated but not excessively

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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HUA 126N is a 1975 Ford Escort in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HUA 126N, 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 HUA 126N registered?

HUA 126N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is HUA 126N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUA 126N shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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