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FKM 662L

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

50,999 mi
Last recorded50,999 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKM 662L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 50,999 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 56,769 miles

Nearside steering rack gaiter slightly deteriated

boot floor has slight surface corrosion

Pass 10 Sep 2015 48,379 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

vehicle undersealed

Fail 29 Aug 2015 48,174 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 9 Sep 2014 42,016 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

vehicle undersealed

Fail 9 Sep 2014 42,016 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 28 Aug 2013 35,620 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 35,620 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 26,963 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 188,435 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

no passengers seat at time of test

Pass 6 Oct 2009 13,711 miles

both front wheel bearings slight play

gear stick

rear exhaust slight leak

speedo cable fouling steering coupling

Fail 2 Oct 2009 13,711 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

both front wheel bearings slight play

foot pedal travel

gear stick

rear exhaust slight leak

speedo cable fouling steering coupling

Pass 28 Oct 2008 6,093 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 99,921 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2007 99,917 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 99,727 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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FKM 662L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FKM 662L, 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.

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What year was FKM 662L registered?

FKM 662L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 September 1972.

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