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MFH 561L

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

1,896 mi
Last recorded1,896 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFH 561L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 1,896 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 1,373 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 1,351 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 1,323 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 1,310 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 1,263 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 1,188 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 1,151 miles

slight movement in n/s inner steering rack joint

Pass 10 Sep 2012 1,093 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 1,085 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 1,045 miles

performance on o/s/r footbrake slighty low

performance on o/s/r handbrake slighty low

Pass 20 Aug 2009 1,011 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 1,011 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 923 miles

offside front wheel bearing has slight wear

Pass 25 Jul 2007 826 miles

slight corossion on nearside front strut

Pass 20 Jul 2006 678 miles

front steering shaft coupling is worn slightly

offside front stabalisor bar bushes are worn slightly

offside rear tyre tread is cracking slightly

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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MFH 561L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MFH 561L, 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 MFH 561L registered?

MFH 561L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 August 1972.

Is MFH 561L safe to buy?

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