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NJD 255L

1972 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,032 mi
Last recorded5,032 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJD 255L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 5,032 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 4,800 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 4,270 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 3,755 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 3,527 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 2,930 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 2,196 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 937 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 68,227 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 68,193 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 68,193 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Upper Torsion bar attachment bracket loose (2.4.E.4a)

petrol pipe slightly perrished

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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NJD 255L is a 1972 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NJD 255L, 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 NJD 255L?

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What year was NJD 255L registered?

NJD 255L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 December 1972.

Is NJD 255L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJD 255L 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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