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N103 NFE

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,903 mi
Last recorded88,903 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 NFE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 88,903 miles

see previous vt32

Fail 4 Sep 2007 88,903 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front 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)

Front bumper damaged

Front number plate in poor condition

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front outer sill beginning to corrode

Offside rear wheel arch corroded

Rear chassis corroded

Windscreen washers require attn

Pass 2 Sep 2006 76,242 miles

Offside wishbone bush beginning to show signs of wear.

Rear chassis beginning to corrode.

Fail 2 Sep 2005 70,064 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 70,064 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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N103 NFE is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N103 NFE, 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N103 NFE registered?

N103 NFE is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 January 1996.

Is N103 NFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 NFE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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