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DRS 325K

1971 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,225 mi
Last recorded53,225 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Ford Escort45,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 325K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 53,225 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 53,224 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle - pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 85,017 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 84,885 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 84,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 81,637 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 81,263 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 81,068 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 79,850 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 79,846 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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DRS 325K is a 1971 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1971 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 45,450 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DRS 325K, 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 55 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 DRS 325K registered?

DRS 325K is a 1971 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 September 1971.

Is DRS 325K safe to buy?

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