MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,719 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both rear shackle bushes a little 'soft'
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
coolant top hose split, recommend replacing
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NLK 405P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 NLK 405P, 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
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What year was NLK 405P registered?
NLK 405P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1976.
Is NLK 405P safe to buy?
The MOT history for NLK 405P 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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