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BFK 444L

1972 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,713 mi
Last recorded29,713 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFK 444L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2016 29,713 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cracked

all leaf spring rubbers slightly deteriorated

both front hubs modified but not seriously weakend

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 18 Feb 2015 29,695 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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BFK 444L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 BFK 444L, 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 BFK 444L registered?

BFK 444L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 October 1972.

Is BFK 444L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFK 444L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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