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DHV 123H

1970 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,343 mi
Last recorded4,343 miles
Recorded on29 May 2010
Typical for 1970 Ford Escort44,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHV 123H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 May 2010 4,343 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 May 2009 745 miles

rust around underside of vehicle and all sills

Pass 17 Aug 2007 96,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 94,692 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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DHV 123H is a 1970 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 DHV 123H, 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 DHV 123H?

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What year was DHV 123H registered?

DHV 123H is a 1970 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 May 1970.

Is DHV 123H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHV 123H shows 4 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 DHV 123H have outstanding finance?

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