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HVX 261N

1975 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,719 mi
Last recorded36,719 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2007
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 261N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2007 36,719 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 367,197 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 367,197 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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HVX 261N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HVX 261N, 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 HVX 261N registered?

HVX 261N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is HVX 261N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 261N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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