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AAJ 988K

1972 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,146 mi
Last recorded49,146 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAJ 988K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 49,146 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 49,146 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 48,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 48,009 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 47,820 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 46,735 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 45,532 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 45,006 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 44,006 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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AAJ 988K is a 1972 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AAJ 988K, 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 AAJ 988K registered?

AAJ 988K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 May 1972.

Is AAJ 988K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAJ 988K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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