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NJF 275P

1976 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJF 275P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017
Pass 4 May 2016 87,347 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 87,298 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 87,168 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 87,165 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 87,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2008 87,165 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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NJF 275P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJF 275P, 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 NJF 275P?

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What year was NJF 275P registered?

NJF 275P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is NJF 275P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJF 275P shows 7 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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