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JFF 32G

1968 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,563 mi
Last recorded54,563 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1968 Ford Escort38,716 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFF 32G
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 54,563 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 54,119 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 51,991 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 49,727 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 47,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 45,053 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 41,883 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 41,883 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 41,608 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 39,891 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 39,782 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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JFF 32G is a 1968 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1968 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 38,716 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 JFF 32G, 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 58 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 JFF 32G registered?

JFF 32G is a 1968 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 December 1968.

Is JFF 32G safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFF 32G shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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