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DPY 370L

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,254 mi
Last recorded55,254 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPY 370L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 55,254 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 54,927 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 54,776 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 54,681 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 54,497 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 54,497 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 30 May 2013 54,417 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 54,339 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 54,223 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 54,179 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 54,060 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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DPY 370L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DPY 370L, 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 DPY 370L?

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What year was DPY 370L registered?

DPY 370L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 April 1973.

Is DPY 370L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPY 370L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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