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HYV 737K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,737 mi
Last recorded76,737 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYV 737K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 76,737 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 76,500 miles

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

Nearside front wheel bearing slight noise

Nearside rear brake pipe slight damage

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

Offside front tyre cut in side wall

Offside front wheel bearing slight noise

Offside rear brake slight binding

Fail 25 May 2013 76,500 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front wheel bearing slight noise

Nearside rear brake pipe slight damage

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front tyre cut in side wall

Offside front wheel bearing slight noise

Offside rear brake slight binding

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 76,045 miles

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

Nearside front steering rack slight play

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

Offside front wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 12 May 2011 75,684 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 75,514 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 74,892 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 74,045 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 73,584 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 73,256 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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HYV 737K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 737K, 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 HYV 737K registered?

HYV 737K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1972.

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