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FOB 855L

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,910 mi
Last recorded6,910 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 855L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 6,910 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 6,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 5,922 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 54,561 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 5,017 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 4,850 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 4,729 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 42,775 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,228 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 3,849 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 3,621 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 33,421 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 3,098 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 2,910 miles

parking brake requires attention

passenger front seat belt requires attention

Fail 8 Apr 2013 2,910 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

parking brake requires attention

passenger front seat belt requires attention

Pass 31 Mar 2012 2,551 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 2,540 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,701 miles

both front seat belts started to fray

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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FOB 855L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FOB 855L, 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 FOB 855L?

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What year was FOB 855L registered?

FOB 855L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 September 1972.

Is FOB 855L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 855L shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FOB 855L have outstanding finance?

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