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CAM 510L

1973 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,399 mi
Last recorded81,399 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2006
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAM 510L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2006 81,399 miles

heavy corrosion throughout vehicle play in nearside front ball joint and steering rack slight blow on exhaust

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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CAM 510L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 44,545 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 CAM 510L, 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 53 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAM 510L?

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What year was CAM 510L registered?

CAM 510L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is CAM 510L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAM 510L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAM 510L have outstanding finance?

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