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CRB 42L

1973 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

9,785 mi
Last recorded9,785 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRB 42L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 9,785 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 8,316 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 5,937 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 3,917 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 3,289 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 3,015 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 2,733 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 2,443 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 2,278 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 2,050 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 1,836 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 1,500 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 963 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 423 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 423 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 194 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 35 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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CRB 42L is a 1973 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CRB 42L, 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 CRB 42L?

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What year was CRB 42L registered?

CRB 42L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is CRB 42L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRB 42L shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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