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AOP 769K

1971 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,518 mi
Last recorded22,518 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOP 769K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 22,518 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 22,183 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 21,620 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 21,449 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 19,998 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 19,843 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 19,545 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 18,696 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 17,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 14,439 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,687 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 11,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 10,036 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 49,106 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 49,103 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,069 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 76,380 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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AOP 769K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 AOP 769K, 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

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What year was AOP 769K registered?

AOP 769K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is AOP 769K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOP 769K shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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