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JAF 658L

1973 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,412 mi
Last recorded6,412 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAF 658L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2018 6,412 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 6,394 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 6,375 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 6,225 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 5,921 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 5,881 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 5,612 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 4,534 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 5,444 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,721 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 43,852 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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JAF 658L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 44,545 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 JAF 658L, 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 53 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 JAF 658L?

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What year was JAF 658L registered?

JAF 658L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 March 1973.

Is JAF 658L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAF 658L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JAF 658L have outstanding finance?

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