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BTB 727J

1970 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,843 mi
Last recorded66,843 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTB 727J
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 66,843 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 66,329 miles

Nearside rack end has slight play.

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

Pass 29 Jul 2020 66,125 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 66,029 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

Offside Front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

Offside Front track control arm bush deteriorated, movement not excessive.

Underside of vehicle has a thick anti corrosion coating.

Pass 13 Aug 2018 65,929 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 65,670 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 65,342 miles

Imbalance on front brakes (within limits).

Underbody is heavily coated with underseal (unable to fully inspect).

Pass 4 Aug 2015 65,019 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracked (no ply or cords visible).

Rear spring eye bushes worn (not excessively).

Slight play in steering rack.

Underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal but appears to be in good condition.

Fail 28 Jul 2015 65,018 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres slightly cracked (no ply or cords visible).

Rear spring eye bushes worn (not excessively).

Rear spring eye bushes worn (not excessively).

Slight play in steering rack.

Underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal but appears to be in good condition.

Pass 13 Aug 2014 64,928 miles

Front tyres cracked (no ply or cords visible).

N/s steering rack boot deteriorated.

Rear spring eye bushes deteriorated.

Underside of vehicle heavily coated with underseal (unable to carry out a complete examination of all components).

Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,668 miles

Front tyres have some cracks (no ply or cords visible)

Rear spring eye bushes have some play (not excessive)

Underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal, unable to fully assess condition of various components.

Pass 14 Jun 2012 64,512 miles

Heavy coating of underseal on underside of vehicle (unable to fully assess some components)

Rear spring eye bushes worn (not excessively)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 64,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Heavy coating of underseal on underside of vehicle (unable to fully assess some components)

Rear spring eye bushes worn (not excessively)

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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BTB 727J is a 1970 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BTB 727J, 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 BTB 727J registered?

BTB 727J is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is BTB 727J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTB 727J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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