MOT Status
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9,860 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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limited slip diff fitted tapley brake test
tapley brake test (lock diff)
tapley brake test slip diff fitted
full harness seat belts fitted to front seats
no rear seats fitted so no rear seat belt check
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HYV 731K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.
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 HYV 731K, 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
How do I check the history of HYV 731K?
You can check the full history of HYV 731K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was HYV 731K registered?
HYV 731K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 January 1972.
Is HYV 731K safe to buy?
The MOT history for HYV 731K shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HYV 731K have outstanding finance?
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