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BML 945H

1970 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,809 mi
Last recorded27,809 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 945H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 27,809 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 27,660 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 27,531 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 27,254 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 27,254 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 27,138 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 26,992 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 26,847 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 26,700 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,399 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 26,399 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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BML 945H is a 1970 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BML 945H, 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 BML 945H registered?

BML 945H is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 March 1970.

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