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NLS 124T

1978 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,809 mi
Last recorded85,809 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLS 124T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 85,809 miles

Rear diff seeping oil

Both rear tyre treads on 2mm

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Aug 2021 85,809 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both rear tyre treads on 2mm

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear diff seeping oil

Pass 21 Jun 2018 85,809 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 85,809 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust noisy

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,520 miles
Pass 10 May 2011

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in n/s/f steering rack arm(lift in rack)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 85,180 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 89,088 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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NLS 124T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 NLS 124T, 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 48 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 NLS 124T registered?

NLS 124T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 August 1978.

Is NLS 124T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLS 124T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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