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JBH 58K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,904 mi
Last recorded79,904 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBH 58K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 79,904 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 79,840 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 47,132 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 47,132 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 46,332 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 45,439 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 45,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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JBH 58K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JBH 58K, 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 JBH 58K registered?

JBH 58K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is JBH 58K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBH 58K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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