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RLE 37L

1973 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,485 mi
Last recorded98,485 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLE 37L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 98,485 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 93,843 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 93,301 miles

advise vehicle been under sealed unable detect method of repaired

Fail 16 May 2006 93,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

WELDING REPAIRS CARRIED THROGHOUT UNDERSIDE & †UNDERSIDE SURFACE CORROSION

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 37L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 37L, 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 37L?

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What year was RLE 37L registered?

RLE 37L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 July 1973.

Is RLE 37L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLE 37L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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