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EAX 762K

1972 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

295 mi
Last recorded295 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAX 762K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2017 295 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 291 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 274 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 272 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 263 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 258 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 242 miles

no back seats fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2010 227 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 71 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 5 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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EAX 762K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EAX 762K, 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

How do I check the history of EAX 762K?

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What year was EAX 762K registered?

EAX 762K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is EAX 762K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAX 762K shows 10 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 EAX 762K have outstanding finance?

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