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SXG 881M

1974 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,258 mi
Last recorded3,258 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Escort42,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXG 881M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 3,258 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 2,069 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 528 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 99,062 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 97,801 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 96,731 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 95,200 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 94,298 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 92,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 90,526 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 90,522 miles

Brake rod reduced in thickness more than 1/3rd by chaffing (3.5.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 87,632 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

age cracking on front suspension arm bushes

slight corrosion to floor and chassis sections

slight surface corrosion on osf brake disc

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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SXG 881M is a 1974 Ford Escort in White with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SXG 881M, 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 SXG 881M registered?

SXG 881M is a 1974 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 January 1974.

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The MOT history for SXG 881M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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