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OWC 527M

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,067 mi
Last recorded54,067 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWC 527M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2014 54,067 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 53,910 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 51,957 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 50,010 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 49,213 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 49,194 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Nov 2007 49,194 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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OWC 527M is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OWC 527M, 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

How do I check the history of OWC 527M?

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What year was OWC 527M registered?

OWC 527M is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 November 1973.

Is OWC 527M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWC 527M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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