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LHM 288K

1972 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,751 mi
Last recorded63,751 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHM 288K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2022 63,751 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 63,112 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 62,791 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 62,512 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 62,222 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 61,591 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 59,299 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyres low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 59,119 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket modified, but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 57,933 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2012 57,089 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 55,354 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 54,987 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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LHM 288K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LHM 288K, 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 LHM 288K registered?

LHM 288K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is LHM 288K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHM 288K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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