CarVerify

Free Car Check

LMF 413K

1972 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMF 413K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015
Pass 31 May 2014
Pass 21 Jun 2013
Pass 23 Jun 2012
Pass 25 Jun 2011
Fail 24 Jun 2011

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2010

this car was presented with out lights or dash clocks ,and is claming daylight running. car is compition only

Pass 5 Feb 2009
Pass 29 Jan 2008

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
Full Ford Escort reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LMF 413K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LMF 413K, 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 LMF 413K?

You can check the full history of LMF 413K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LMF 413K registered?

LMF 413K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is LMF 413K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMF 413K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMF 413K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LMF 413K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.