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NFB 179R

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,910 mi
Last recorded1,910 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFB 179R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 1,910 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 1,813 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022
Pass 13 Oct 2017
Pass 4 Nov 2016
Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,944 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 25,944 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008
Pass 10 May 2007 25,944 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 29,844 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 29,844 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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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NFB 179R is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,400cc 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 NFB 179R, 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 NFB 179R?

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What year was NFB 179R registered?

NFB 179R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 September 1976.

Is NFB 179R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFB 179R 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.

Does NFB 179R have outstanding finance?

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