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BAP 363K

1971 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAP 363K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025
Pass 29 May 2015 81,608 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 80,241 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 77,872 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 76,396 miles

drivers seatbelt slightly frayed

Pass 5 Aug 2011 74,757 miles

handbrake lever travel long

nsf tyre worn low

Pass 19 May 2010 73,580 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 73,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/r brake binding

Pass 26 May 2009 70,125 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

STRONG ADVISE O/S/F SEAT BELT FREYED

hazards no fitted

Fail 23 May 2009 70,124 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

STRONG ADVISE O/S/F SEAT BELT FREYED

hazards no fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2008 65,125 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

STRONG ADVISE OIL LEAK ON O/S/R SHAFT DUE BRAKE EFFICIENCY ALL OK

hazard switch fitted but not wired up

n/s rack boot contaminated with oil

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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BAP 363K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BAP 363K, 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 BAP 363K registered?

BAP 363K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 August 1971.

Is BAP 363K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAP 363K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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