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HGC 206K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,886 mi
Last recorded38,886 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 206K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 38,886 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 May 2017 38,886 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 38,450 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 38,248 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 37,273 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 36,649 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 36,001 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 35,796 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 48,144 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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HGC 206K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HGC 206K, 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 HGC 206K registered?

HGC 206K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is HGC 206K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 206K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGC 206K have outstanding finance?

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