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OGB 667M

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,134 mi
Last recorded91,134 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGB 667M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 May 2013 91,134 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 91,134 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 91,134 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 91,134 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 90,075 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 90,065 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 90,062 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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OGB 667M is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OGB 667M, 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 OGB 667M registered?

OGB 667M is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 October 1973.

Is OGB 667M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGB 667M shows 7 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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