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NDJ 755K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDJ 755K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,601cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017
Pass 7 Mar 2016
Pass 8 Dec 2006 76,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Slight deteriation on fuel pipe at fuel pump end

Top column bush has slight play in it

Fail 5 Dec 2006 76,396 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slighly deteriorated fuel hose ,fuel pump

Fail 5 Dec 2006 76,396 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear spring hanger bushes worn both sides

Top column bush has slight play in it

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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NDJ 755K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 45,803 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 NDJ 755K, 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 54 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NDJ 755K registered?

NDJ 755K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is NDJ 755K safe to buy?

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