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MLE 335L

1972 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,708 mi
Last recorded96,708 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2022
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLE 335L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2022 96,708 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2022 96,708 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2021 96,708 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2020 96,708 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 96,706 miles

vehicle has been very heavy underseal

Pass 3 Jun 2017 96,706 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 96,706 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,100 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 96,706 miles

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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MLE 335L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,300cc 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 MLE 335L, 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 MLE 335L registered?

MLE 335L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 August 1972.

Is MLE 335L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLE 335L 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.

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