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NHG 575P

1975 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,251 mi
Last recorded13,251 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHG 575P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 13,251 miles

Central Front transmission tunnel modified poorly but outside of the prescribed areas

Offside Front drivers seat not fitted with fore and aft mechanisms ay the time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

drives seat back rest secured in upright position on one side of seat

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 13,251 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Central Front transmission tunnel modified poorly but outside of the prescribed areas

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front drivers seat not fitted with fore and aft mechanisms ay the time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

drives seat back rest secured in upright position on one side of seat

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 10,254 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 7,757 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 5,942 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,370 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 1,794 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 1,059 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 95 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 99,407 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 99,012 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 98,373 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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NHG 575P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NHG 575P, 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 NHG 575P registered?

NHG 575P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is NHG 575P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHG 575P shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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