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GFW 350L

1972 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,347 mi
Last recorded99,347 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 350L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 99,347 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake peddle slightly spongey

Pass 5 Nov 2024 98,596 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 97,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 97,153 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 96,799 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 96,799 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

body heverly undersealed

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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GFW 350L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GFW 350L, 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 GFW 350L registered?

GFW 350L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is GFW 350L safe to buy?

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