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327 YUT

1970 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,681 mi
Last recorded49,681 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration327 YUT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2019 49,681 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 49,279 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 48,999 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 48,896 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 48,610 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 48,595 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

modified engine

Pass 6 Mar 2013 48,366 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion forming on lower body on and or near prescribed areas

modified engine configuration

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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327 YUT is a 1970 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 327 YUT, 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 56 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 327 YUT?

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What year was 327 YUT registered?

327 YUT is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is 327 YUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 327 YUT shows 7 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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