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NMP 944L

1972 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,241 mi
Last recorded82,241 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMP 944L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2025 82,241 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 80,122 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 79,989 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 79,792 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 79,631 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 79,621 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 78,721 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 78,545 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 65,669 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 65,665 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 65,665 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 65,665 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 65,660 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 65,660 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 65,660 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 65,660 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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NMP 944L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 45,803 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 NMP 944L, 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 54 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 NMP 944L?

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What year was NMP 944L registered?

NMP 944L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is NMP 944L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMP 944L shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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