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JDV 340N

1975 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,589 mi
Last recorded71,589 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDV 340N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 71,589 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 71,497 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 71,497 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 71,481 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 71,363 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 71,267 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 71,045 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 70,794 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 70,411 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 70,411 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 69,836 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 69,376 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 65,795 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 62,130 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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JDV 340N is a 1975 Ford Escort in White with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 JDV 340N, 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 JDV 340N registered?

JDV 340N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 May 1975.

Is JDV 340N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDV 340N shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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