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MYV 481L

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,274 mi
Last recorded15,274 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYV 481L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2017 15,274 miles

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

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 13,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 12,476 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,603 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 8,342 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 4,442 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 587 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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MYV 481L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MYV 481L, 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 MYV 481L registered?

MYV 481L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 December 1972.

Is MYV 481L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYV 481L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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