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SFW 44N

1974 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,538 mi
Last recorded98,538 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFW 44N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2023 98,538 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 98,515 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 98,488 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Diff pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 98,456 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 98,456 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 98,379 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 98,341 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 97,944 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 97,679 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 97,650 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 97,364 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 97,314 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 96,923 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 95,707 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 94,355 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SFW 44N is a 1974 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SFW 44N, 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 SFW 44N registered?

SFW 44N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 September 1974.

Is SFW 44N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFW 44N shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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