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XER 892L

1973 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,790 mi
Last recorded51,790 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXER 892L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2018 51,790 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 49,818 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jun 2016 48,673 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 46,167 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,321 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 40,870 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 39,970 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 38,633 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 37,384 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 36,408 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 35,139 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 34,248 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 33,296 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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XER 892L is a 1973 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 XER 892L, 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 XER 892L?

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What year was XER 892L registered?

XER 892L is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 May 1973.

Is XER 892L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XER 892L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XER 892L have outstanding finance?

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