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CYW 157H

1970 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,130 mi
Last recorded59,130 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYW 157H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2012 59,130 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 58,986 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 58,729 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 58,537 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 58,378 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 58,145 miles

Both front flexi hoses corroded

No rear Fog light

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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CYW 157H is a 1970 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CYW 157H, 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

How do I check the history of CYW 157H?

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What year was CYW 157H registered?

CYW 157H is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 March 1970.

Is CYW 157H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYW 157H shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYW 157H have outstanding finance?

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