CarVerify

Free Car Check

EPP 418K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2300cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,599 mi
Last recorded42,599 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPP 418K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2024 42,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 41,246 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 39,717 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 38,814 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,123 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,889 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,537 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 37,134 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 36,512 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,213 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 35,974 miles

exhaust joints leaking

front tyres worn inner edges and nail in offside

tyre valves rubbers split

Pass 19 Jun 2010 35,355 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 35,144 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 36,564 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 36,564 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
Full Ford Escort reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EPP 418K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 EPP 418K, 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 EPP 418K?

You can check the full history of EPP 418K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EPP 418K registered?

EPP 418K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is EPP 418K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPP 418K shows 15 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 EPP 418K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EPP 418K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.