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SXC 494J

1971 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,101 mi
Last recorded96,101 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXC 494J
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2011 96,101 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 91,685 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 89,457 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 88,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 87,793 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 86,459 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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SXC 494J is a 1971 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 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 SXC 494J, 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 55 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 SXC 494J registered?

SXC 494J is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is SXC 494J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXC 494J shows 6 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 SXC 494J have outstanding finance?

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