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NPM 616W

1981 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

90,525 mi
Last recorded90,525 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Escort51,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPM 616W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 90,525 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 90,327 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 90,247 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 90,196 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2017 90,140 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 90,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 89,986 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 89,903 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 89,824 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2012 89,738 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 89,661 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 May 2010 89,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 89,470 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 89,415 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 89,363 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 89,301 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 89,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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NPM 616W is a 1981 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1981 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 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 NPM 616W, 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 45 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 NPM 616W registered?

NPM 616W is a 1981 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 June 1981.

Is NPM 616W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPM 616W shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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