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SUC 712N

1974 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,032 mi
Last recorded8,032 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUC 712N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 8,032 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 8,008 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 7,870 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 7,245 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 6,990 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 6,424 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 5,715 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 46,864 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 3,576 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 1,989 miles

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Pass 9 Aug 2014 902 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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SUC 712N is a 1974 Ford Escort in White with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SUC 712N, 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

How do I check the history of SUC 712N?

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What year was SUC 712N registered?

SUC 712N is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is SUC 712N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUC 712N shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUC 712N have outstanding finance?

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