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GJF 469L

1973 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJF 469L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026
Pass 22 May 2025
Pass 15 Feb 2024
Pass 26 Feb 2018
Pass 18 Mar 2017
Fail 18 Mar 2017

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2016
Pass 12 Feb 2015 57,656 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 57,655 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 57,655 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 57,656 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 57,656 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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GJF 469L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 44,545 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 GJF 469L, 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 53 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 GJF 469L registered?

GJF 469L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is GJF 469L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJF 469L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJF 469L have outstanding finance?

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