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AWS 850L

1972 Ford Escort

Brown Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,357 mi
Last recorded52,357 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWS 850L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2018 52,357 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 52,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 52,206 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 52,144 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 51,961 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 51,875 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 51,808 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 51,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 51,523 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 51,023 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 50,699 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 50,334 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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AWS 850L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Brown with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AWS 850L, 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

How do I check the history of AWS 850L?

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What year was AWS 850L registered?

AWS 850L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is AWS 850L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWS 850L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AWS 850L have outstanding finance?

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