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GHU 894K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,684 mi
Last recorded41,684 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHU 894K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 41,684 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 41,684 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 26 May 2016 41,684 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 4,168 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 4,168 miles

Oil leak

exhaust rubbers deteriorated slightly

Pass 12 May 2011 4,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2011 4,168 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 4,168 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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GHU 894K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GHU 894K, 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 GHU 894K registered?

GHU 894K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 May 1972.

Is GHU 894K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHU 894K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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