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NBK 949Y

1983 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,667 mi
Last recorded3,667 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBK 949Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 3,667 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 3,100 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 3,018 miles

Front to back chassis heavily wax oiled

Pass 18 Jul 2019 2,621 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 1,850 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 1,694 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 335 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 97,568 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 95,391 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 94,315 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 93,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 93,318 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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NBK 949Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 NBK 949Y, 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 43 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 NBK 949Y?

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What year was NBK 949Y registered?

NBK 949Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 May 1983.

Is NBK 949Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBK 949Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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