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GNW 678K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,911 mi
Last recorded85,911 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNW 678K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 85,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 85,177 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 84,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 83,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 82,947 miles

Nearside Rear 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 23 Apr 2021 82,703 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jun 2019 81,946 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2018 80,417 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 78,649 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 77,046 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 75,237 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 73,855 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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GNW 678K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GNW 678K, 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 GNW 678K registered?

GNW 678K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 March 1972.

Is GNW 678K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNW 678K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GNW 678K have outstanding finance?

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