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ERM 800K

1972 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,639 mi
Last recorded59,639 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERM 800K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 59,639 miles

both front bushes at track control arm from anti roll bar slight play

exhaust hitting body at rear

offside front chassis leg slight hole

offside front headlight aim poor

offside rear inner sill slight hole at floor

slight play at steering rack

Pass 17 Jul 2014 58,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 58,026 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 58,026 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 57,590 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 57,590 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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ERM 800K is a 1972 Ford Escort in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 ERM 800K, 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

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What year was ERM 800K registered?

ERM 800K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is ERM 800K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERM 800K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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