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NGJ 627V

1979 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,797 mi
Last recorded75,797 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGJ 627V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 75,797 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 75,538 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 75,502 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 75,001 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 74,067 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 73,113 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 72,418 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 71,304 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 70,516 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 69,872 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 25,568 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 25,529 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 24,984 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 24,984 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

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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NGJ 627V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 49,279 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 NGJ 627V, 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 47 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NGJ 627V registered?

NGJ 627V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1979.

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The MOT history for NGJ 627V shows 14 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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