MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,874 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
front brakes have a slight imbaance
Offside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached axle steady bar (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
front brakes have a slight imbaance
front brakes slightly binding
offside rear brake slightly binding
rear brake application uneven
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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LUR 500L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Bronze with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 LUR 500L, 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.
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What year was LUR 500L registered?
LUR 500L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1973.
Is LUR 500L safe to buy?
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