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BLF 843H

1970 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,362 mi
Last recorded52,362 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLF 843H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 52,362 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 52,361 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 52,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 52,361 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 52,361 miles

Rally Car; extensively modified

Fail 26 Aug 2017 52,361 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rally Car; extensively modified

Pass 27 Aug 2016 52,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable outer bushing worn (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable outer bushing worn (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 52,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable outer bushing worn (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable outer bushing worn (2.2.C.1d)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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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BLF 843H is a 1970 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 44,958 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BLF 843H, 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 56 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 BLF 843H registered?

BLF 843H is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 March 1970.

Is BLF 843H safe to buy?

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