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NEF 499P

1976 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,498 mi
Last recorded79,498 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEF 499P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 79,498 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 79,418 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 79,375 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,160 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 79,052 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 74,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 72,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 71,006 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 70,996 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 69,031 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 68,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NEF 499P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 NEF 499P, 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 50 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 NEF 499P?

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What year was NEF 499P registered?

NEF 499P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 June 1976.

Is NEF 499P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEF 499P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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