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JDK 258N

1974 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDK 258N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2024
Pass 24 Nov 2023
Pass 25 Nov 2022
Pass 10 Sep 2021
Pass 17 Sep 2020
Pass 21 Dec 2017
Pass 23 Dec 2016
Pass 9 Jan 2016
Pass 20 Apr 2013
Pass 27 Apr 2012
Pass 26 Apr 2011
Pass 1 May 2010
Pass 13 May 2009

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2008

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2007
Pass 11 Feb 2006

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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JDK 258N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 42,721 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 JDK 258N, 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 52 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 JDK 258N registered?

JDK 258N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 October 1974.

Is JDK 258N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDK 258N shows 17 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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