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LMU 528K

1972 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,891 mi
Last recorded32,891 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMU 528K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 32,891 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 32,398 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 31,961 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 31,335 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 30,252 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 29,978 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 27,630 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 26,424 miles

beam deflectors fitted

rear seats not fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,008 miles

beam deflectors fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2015 23,338 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,954 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 20,125 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 83,299 miles

Coolant leak

Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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LMU 528K is a 1972 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 LMU 528K, 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 LMU 528K?

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What year was LMU 528K registered?

LMU 528K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 June 1972.

Is LMU 528K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMU 528K shows 13 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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