MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,913 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Steering locking device missing both ball joints (2.1.3 (d))
Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) suspect near side steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OJF 346M is a 1972 Ford Escort in Bronze with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 OJF 346M, 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 OJF 346M registered?
OJF 346M is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1972.
Is OJF 346M safe to buy?
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