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HAP 855L

1973 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,097 mi
Last recorded11,097 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAP 855L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2015 11,097 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both rear tyres sidewalls cut

rear seats missing

Pass 17 Aug 2013 11,097 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 11,097 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)

o/s/r rear tyre has cuts to side wall, not to canvass

Pass 3 May 2011 11,097 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,097 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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HAP 855L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HAP 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 53 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 HAP 855L?

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What year was HAP 855L registered?

HAP 855L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 January 1973.

Is HAP 855L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAP 855L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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