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RSX 455M

1974 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

7,192 mi
Last recorded7,192 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 455M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 7,192 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 7,192 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both kick up beams are on the right side as its a left hand drive car (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 2 May 2018 7,192 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pipe inadequately supported rear over axel (3.6.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (1.4.B.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both fronts (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Passenger's seat insecure rear seats (6.2.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes over axel (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet has bolts missing and loose at securing points

reverse light constantly on

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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RSX 455M is a 1974 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1974 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 42,721 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 RSX 455M, 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 52 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RSX 455M registered?

RSX 455M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is RSX 455M safe to buy?

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