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JCH 252K

1971 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,014 mi
Last recorded1,014 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCH 252K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2017 1,014 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 757 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 709 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 100,406 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 394 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 52 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 99,967 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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JCH 252K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 JCH 252K, 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 JCH 252K registered?

JCH 252K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 September 1971.

Is JCH 252K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCH 252K shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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