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ADF 921K

1971 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADF 921K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015
Fail 6 Feb 2014

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2014

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2012

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight damage to nearside front and the offside rear of vehicle

Pass 11 Aug 2011

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 9,879 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 9,879 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Upper Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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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ADF 921K is a 1971 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ADF 921K, 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

How do I check the history of ADF 921K?

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What year was ADF 921K registered?

ADF 921K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1971.

Is ADF 921K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADF 921K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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