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KTU 974N

1975 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,459 mi
Last recorded65,459 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTU 974N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 65,459 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 65,459 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 20 May 2010 65,009 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 May 2009 61,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2008 59,719 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 94,965 miles

front seats fixed in locked position

rear suspension has been lowered

Fail 22 Nov 2006 54,964 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (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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KTU 974N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KTU 974N, 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 KTU 974N registered?

KTU 974N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 April 1975.

Is KTU 974N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTU 974N shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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