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RNP 823L

1973 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,029 mi
Last recorded71,029 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNP 823L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 71,029 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 70,915 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 69,879 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 68,945 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 68,356 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 67,222 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

non standard seat belts fitted

slight signs of corrosion on offside door post by hinge

vehicle of rally specifications

Pass 13 Oct 2012 66,943 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 66,259 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 65,964 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 65,955 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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RNP 823L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RNP 823L, 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 RNP 823L registered?

RNP 823L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 January 1973.

Is RNP 823L safe to buy?

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