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B696 NGU

1985 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,493 mi
Last recorded50,493 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Escort52,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB696 NGU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 50,493 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 50,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 49,020 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 47,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 43,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 40,542 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,817 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 37,722 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 May 2012 37,722 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 367,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 35,521 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 34,991 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 34,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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B696 NGU is a 1985 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 52,350 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 B696 NGU, 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 41 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 B696 NGU registered?

B696 NGU is a 1985 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 April 1985.

Is B696 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B696 NGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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