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AVO 70H

1971 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,128 mi
Last recorded12,128 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVO 70H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 12,128 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 11,885 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 11,495 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 10,744 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 31,182 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 29,966 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 28,242 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 28,242 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 25,346 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,091 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 16,809 miles

o/s/r oil seal damp

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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AVO 70H is a 1971 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AVO 70H, 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 AVO 70H?

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What year was AVO 70H registered?

AVO 70H is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is AVO 70H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVO 70H shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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