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HBY 292K

1972 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,244 mi
Last recorded70,244 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBY 292K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2017 70,244 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 70,163 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 70,055 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 69,956 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 69,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 69,629 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 69,247 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 68,963 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 68,646 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 68,396 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 68,167 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 68,008 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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HBY 292K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,598cc 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 HBY 292K, 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 HBY 292K registered?

HBY 292K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is HBY 292K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBY 292K 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.

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