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WTW 407L

1973 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,704 mi
Last recorded50,704 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTW 407L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2025 50,704 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 50,466 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 50,285 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 50,177 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 49,557 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 49,254 miles

o/s rack gaitor condition

Pass 6 Sep 2014 48,878 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,644 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 48,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 48,238 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 48,120 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 47,851 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 47,682 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 47,590 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 47,281 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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WTW 407L is a 1973 Ford Escort in White with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WTW 407L, 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 WTW 407L?

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What year was WTW 407L registered?

WTW 407L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is WTW 407L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTW 407L shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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