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MYL 436L

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,995 mi
Last recorded83,995 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYL 436L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 83,995 miles

Nearside Front strut top bush or bearing seal perished/missing

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 83,995 miles

Nearside Front strut top bush or bearing seal perished/missing

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 83,415 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 82,878 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 82,576 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 31 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013
Pass 30 Jun 2012 84,315 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 80,332 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 78,697 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009
Pass 3 Jul 2008 55,401 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 42,256 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 38,434 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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MYL 436L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MYL 436L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MYL 436L registered?

MYL 436L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is MYL 436L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYL 436L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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