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HWP 748K

1971 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,982 mi
Last recorded25,982 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWP 748K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2018 25,982 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,959 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 25,898 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 25,769 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 25,551 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,248 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,061 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,440 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 23,798 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 20,516 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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HWP 748K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 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 HWP 748K, 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 55 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 HWP 748K registered?

HWP 748K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is HWP 748K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWP 748K 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 HWP 748K have outstanding finance?

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