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LYA 874P

1975 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,249 mi
Last recorded23,249 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYA 874P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,249 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 22,880 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 22,411 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 21,696 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 20,887 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 20,281 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 19,872 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 19,479 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 19,093 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 18,614 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 18,101 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 17,026 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 170,259 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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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LYA 874P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LYA 874P, 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 LYA 874P?

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What year was LYA 874P registered?

LYA 874P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 August 1975.

Is LYA 874P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYA 874P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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