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DKR 218K

1972 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,803 mi
Last recorded2,803 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKR 218K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 2,803 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 2,742 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 2,275 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 16,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 12,929 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 98,586 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 98,586 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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DKR 218K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 45,803 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 DKR 218K, 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 54 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 DKR 218K registered?

DKR 218K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 May 1972.

Is DKR 218K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKR 218K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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