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954 MGT

1972 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration954 MGT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022
Pass 13 Dec 2021

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020
Pass 26 Nov 2019

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2018
Pass 11 Jul 2017
Pass 12 Aug 2016
Pass 5 Aug 2015
Pass 29 May 2014
Fail 29 May 2014

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2013

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jun 2013

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2010
Pass 27 Aug 2009
Pass 4 Mar 2008 5,417 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 3,574 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 3,543 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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954 MGT is a 1972 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1972 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 45,803 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 954 MGT, 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 54 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 954 MGT registered?

954 MGT is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 November 1972.

Is 954 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 954 MGT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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