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EJG 612L

1972 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,434 mi
Last recorded54,434 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJG 612L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 May 2018 54,434 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 53,904 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 53,010 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 51,720 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 50,538 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,084 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 46,659 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 46,063 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 43,421 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack arm.

Pass 6 May 2009 41,528 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 38,717 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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EJG 612L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EJG 612L, 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 EJG 612L?

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What year was EJG 612L registered?

EJG 612L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 November 1972.

Is EJG 612L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJG 612L shows 11 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 EJG 612L have outstanding finance?

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