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SAK 64N

1974 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,666 mi
Last recorded82,666 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAK 64N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 82,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Sep 2016 82,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 82,233 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2014 81,280 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 81,280 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 81,012 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 79,957 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 79,957 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 79,265 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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SAK 64N is a 1974 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SAK 64N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SAK 64N registered?

SAK 64N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 September 1974.

Is SAK 64N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAK 64N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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