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NEC 955K

1972 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,283 mi
Last recorded95,283 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEC 955K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 95,265 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 95,249 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 95,102 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 95,050 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2017 95,044 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 94,927 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 94,909 miles

nearside rear tyre perrished on outside wall

Pass 17 Jan 2014 94,762 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly perrished on outside wall

Pass 5 Sep 2012 94,392 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 94,091 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 93,664 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 93,208 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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NEC 955K is a 1972 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NEC 955K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NEC 955K?

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What year was NEC 955K registered?

NEC 955K is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 May 1972.

Is NEC 955K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEC 955K shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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