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UKX 305L

1973 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,320 mi
Last recorded75,320 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 305L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 75,320 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 75,022 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 74,910 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 74,332 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 74,315 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 71,611 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 71,586 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 71,180 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 69,470 miles

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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UKX 305L is a 1973 Ford Escort in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UKX 305L, 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 UKX 305L registered?

UKX 305L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 May 1973.

Is UKX 305L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKX 305L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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