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BBT 589K

1972 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,608 mi
Last recorded81,608 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBT 589K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 81,608 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 81,384 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 81,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 80,874 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 80,580 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 80,033 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 79,694 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 78,976 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 78,976 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Axle beam distorted (2.5.A.5b)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 30 May 2008 77,583 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 70,802 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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BBT 589K is a 1972 Ford Escort in White with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BBT 589K, 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

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What year was BBT 589K registered?

BBT 589K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 February 1972.

Is BBT 589K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBT 589K 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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