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NJU 915F

1968 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,829 mi
Last recorded32,829 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1968 Ford Escort38,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJU 915F
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 May 2024 32,829 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 31,651 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fuel pipe advise further retaining clips fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2020 31,243 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise further inspection/replace ()

Pass 9 Feb 2019 30,035 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 27,593 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 26,476 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 24,023 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 23,928 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,671 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 23,596 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 23,596 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,350 miles

Front inner crossmember corroded.

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Some movement detected on nearside inner rack end.

Pass 26 Apr 2008 23,333 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 23,268 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 23,213 miles

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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NJU 915F is a 1968 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 38,716 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 NJU 915F, 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 58 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 NJU 915F registered?

NJU 915F is a 1968 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 1968.

Is NJU 915F safe to buy?

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