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LHJ 936P

1975 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,389 mi
Last recorded55,389 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHJ 936P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 55,389 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 55,389 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 55,389 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 55,389 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 55,390 miles

surface corrosion to underside and welding repair

Pass 21 Sep 2017 55,389 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 55,389 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight rust in sills

Pass 19 Aug 2015 55,250 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 55,250 miles

Nearside Outer Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 55,250 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 55,250 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 55,250 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 55,250 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 55,250 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 55,250 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 14 Feb 2007 55,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

emissions on max

Pass 14 Feb 2007 55,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

emissions on max

Pass 9 Feb 2006 54,202 miles

O/s/r hand brake cable slightly frayed

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

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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LHJ 936P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 LHJ 936P, 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

How do I check the history of LHJ 936P?

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What year was LHJ 936P registered?

LHJ 936P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 December 1975.

Is LHJ 936P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHJ 936P shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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