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HGT 359K

1972 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,888 mi
Last recorded98,888 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGT 359K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 98,888 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 98,888 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2016 98,888 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 98,888 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

modified vehicle/no brake servo fitted

wipers not parking

Fail 20 Dec 2014 98,888 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

modified vehicle/no brake servo fitted

steering column close to clutch cable

steering shaft touching u/j and in correct bolts

wipers not parking

Pass 29 May 2008
Pass 24 May 2007
Pass 5 Jun 2006 87,914 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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HGT 359K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HGT 359K, 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.

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What year was HGT 359K registered?

HGT 359K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 July 1972.

Is HGT 359K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGT 359K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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