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RLE 112L

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,010 mi
Last recorded107,010 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLE 112L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 107,010 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 106,210 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 105,669 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 104,558 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 104,312 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 103,850 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 103,240 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 102,734 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 1,963 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 1,173 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

adjustable lower arms fitted

slight play in tie rods

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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RLE 112L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RLE 112L, 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 RLE 112L?

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What year was RLE 112L registered?

RLE 112L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1973.

Is RLE 112L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLE 112L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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