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NJI 1352

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,556 mi
Last recorded81,556 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJI 1352
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 81,556 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 81,556 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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NJI 1352 is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NJI 1352, 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 NJI 1352?

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What year was NJI 1352 registered?

NJI 1352 is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 November 1976.

Is NJI 1352 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJI 1352 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJI 1352 have outstanding finance?

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