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MEC 912K

1972 Ford Escort

Purple Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,876 mi
Last recorded32,876 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEC 912K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 32,876 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 32,172 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 31,926 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 31,662 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 30,863 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 28,798 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013
Pass 13 Jun 2012

offside front strut top creaks under load

Fail 13 Jun 2012

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

offside front strut top creaks under load

Pass 3 May 2011
Pass 27 Apr 2010

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2009

offside rear brake slow to release

Pass 2 Apr 2008 21 miles

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

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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MEC 912K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Purple with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MEC 912K, 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 MEC 912K?

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What year was MEC 912K registered?

MEC 912K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is MEC 912K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEC 912K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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