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NDD 179M

1973 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Ford Escort44,545 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDD 179M
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022
Pass 19 Mar 2012
Pass 14 Aug 2010
Fail 11 Aug 2010

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009
Pass 9 May 2008 500 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 99,996 miles

has had lots of welding all around body and chassis

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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NDD 179M is a 1973 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NDD 179M, 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 NDD 179M?

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What year was NDD 179M registered?

NDD 179M is a 1973 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is NDD 179M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDD 179M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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